Joe's path to becoming a sculptor started at a young age, choosing clay and 3D work over drawing and painting where ever he could, he stood out among his fellow school pupils as a gifted artist.

A lifelong passion for art and sculpture together with his practical nature led him to take up an apprenticeship in stone masonry. Masonry combined design with hands on physical work that suited his creative personality.

Joe worked as a stone mason for several years and became experienced in  many aspects of the craft. His particular interest in sculpture together  with his flare for stone carving drove him to establish his own  business and become a sculptor full time. Opening his own workshop and  gallery in early 2012, his work is already in private collections  spanning from Glasgow to London.

Human form and in particular the head inspire Joes work. He creates  unique figurative pieces as well as portrait sculpture in both stone and  bronze. He also produces bespoke stone work including the design,  creation and installation of stone fireplaces and all other ornate stone  work.

Photo: James Hardisty