Iain Maclean
Iain Maclean is a contemporary stone carver whose work is rooted in respect for natural materials and their inherent qualities. Iain’s art celebrates the rawness of stone and how it is transformed by tools. He’s inspired by imperfections of round wood, quarried stone, and shoreline pebbles. Preferring to leave materials in their natural state, his pieces often highlight the character of each stone, embracing its flaws and adding to them rather than hiding them.
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Iain transforms raw stone into usable sculptures. His work bridges the gap between traditional stone carving techniques and contemporary artistic expression, resulting in pieces that feel both ancient and modern. Each creation is a testament to his dedication to preserving the integrity of the material while enabling its natural beauty to shine through.
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Iain’s art invites viewers to appreciate the gravity of ancient materials and the precision of modern tooling. You can stand back and think about how naturally people are drawn to stone and have been throughout history. Through his work, he not only honors the material but also challenges us to see the extraordinary in the ordinary and find beauty in the regular, imperfect and unfinished.
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