On my list of favourite artists, Norman Rockwell stands out as a big influence on my style of sculpting. Like Rockwell, I try to capture candid moments in the everyday lives of everyday people. My characters are realistic but with whimsical features. A few years ago I sculpted a series of pieces based on Norman Rockwell’s illustrations, most of which went to a gallery in Arizona, and eventually were purchased by a Rockwell collector.

Here are photos of Norman Rockwell’s illustration next to my version sculpted in polymer clay and textiles.