About Mel

I’m a Western Australian sculptor creating large-scale, nature-inspired artworks that connect people to the environment. Working primarily with aluminium, steel, and concrete, I bend these robust materials into bold, evocative and organic forms that speak of strength and vulnerability.

My journey began with a single sculpture class at the WA School of Art, Media and Design under Tony Jones and Stuart Elliott. I was handed a lump of clay and told to sculpt my hand. That simple task was confronting and exhilarating at the same time. A fire sparked within, and my passion for sculpture took hold.

Creativity has always run through my veins. I grew up surrounded by makers — my mother and grandmother were dressmakers, and my father owned a spray-painting and panel-beating workshop. I learnt early to tread carefully through sewing rooms scattered with pins and needles, and I loved sifting through colour charts in my dad’s office. The rhythm of sewing machines and the scent of paint are stitched into my memory. Those early experiences taught me to see potential in raw materials and to notice the subtle beauty in form, colour and texture.

At the heart of my work, Mother Nature is my greatest muse. My sculptures celebrate life and the gifts of Mother Nature such as the quiet resilience of wildflowers, the grace of stingrays, and the intricate dance of pollination. I also create artworks designed for animals to enjoy such as sculptural underwater artificial reefs and a bird bath and watering station for cockatoos.

Through scale, I magnify the small wonders of the world, inviting others to pause, notice, and care. My practice sits at the intersection of industry and organic, exploring how strength and vulnerability coexist. I hope to spark curiosity and ignite conversations about our connection to the living world. In a time of ecological crisis, I believe art holds power — not only to reflect beauty, but to remind us of our responsibility as custodians of this planet.

When I’m not sculpting, I work as a Creative Practitioner in schools across Western Australia, helping teachers and students bring the curriculum to life through imagination and hands-on learning. It’s about making learning fun, encouraging critical thinking and creativity.

I also take part in regional residencies, community collaborations, and ephemeral nature-based projects that celebrate place and connection.

Whether working in steel or sticks, my intention is the same — to create art that celebrates life, women, and Mother Nature; art that invites people to fall a little more in love with the world around them.

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