Fire & Ice explores the tension between serene elegance and restless energy, contrasting a refined portrait with raw, expressive clay textures.

Inspired by the striking profile of the sitter and the timeless elegance of Madame X, this life sculpted portrait explores the beauty of the human form. Contrasting smooth, lifelike features with a raw, textured base, the sculpture captures a moment of quiet introspection and enduring grace. It reflects the intersection of contemporary portraiture and classical sculptural tradition, inviting viewers to contemplate both the subject’s inner world and the timeless power of figur

Photo credit: Ramona Hill for Delmore “Buddy” Day Learning Institute (DBDLI) Some figures are part of history. Others define it. Viola Desmond is one of those figures. Her stand against racial segregation in Nova Scotia became a defining moment in Canadian civil rights. What began as an act of resistance, almost by accident, evolved into a story that reshaped national awareness. This bust was commissioned by Senator Wilfred Moore for the Buddy Daye Learning Institute and crea

Wanda Robson was a woman of quiet impact and lasting influence. Best known as the sister of Viola Desmond, Wanda played a key role in bringing her sister’s story to national attention. Her efforts helped ensure that Viola’s stand against racism in Nova Scotia became recognized across Canada, ultimately leading to her being featured on the Canadian $10 bill. Wanda’s own story is just as remarkable. At 74, she graduated from Cape Breton University, becoming a symbol of persever

This life-size bronze sculpture captures a quiet, introspective moment, rendered with remarkable sensitivity and technical precision. Sculpted from a live model, the work conveys a natural authenticity, where subtle shifts in expression and posture reveal a sense of calm reflection. The surface treatment is rich and expressive, combining smooth, luminous planes with organically textured elements that appear to emerge and dissolve along the shoulders and neckline. This contras