Michael Simpson

Michael Simpson followed in the tradition of many of the UK's great sculptors by studying art in Staffordshire. The artistic traditions of his hometown of Stoke-on-Trent, famous for it's traditions in the potteries industry, formed the basis for his successful career in the arts.

Simpson enjoys sculpting multiple pieces simultaneously, moving from one to the next as inspiration dictates. He works from a combination of reference books, his own drawings, photographs and observation to create sculptures that balance artistic interpretation with nature’s own aesthetic beauty.

Preferring to model in clay rather than wax, in his own words, he “loves the freedom clay offers” and is “quite content to work around its limitations”. Michael has a unique ability to create sculptures that are extremely accurate, while simultaneously achieving a loose, contemporary feel. This trademark style makes his work easily recognised and much appreciated by collectors worldwide.