College student's stonemasonry skills land him a place in London art gallery

Moulton College student produces Covid-19 inspired artwork
‘Self-portrait in mask’ – Andy’s practise piece, created before mask-wearing became the norm, and inspired by the image of the 17th century Plague Doctor. Andy describes the mask as “both protective and de-personalising”.‘Self-portrait in mask’ – Andy’s practise piece, created before mask-wearing became the norm, and inspired by the image of the 17th century Plague Doctor. Andy describes the mask as “both protective and de-personalising”.
‘Self-portrait in mask’ – Andy’s practise piece, created before mask-wearing became the norm, and inspired by the image of the 17th century Plague Doctor. Andy describes the mask as “both protective and de-personalising”.

Moulton College stonemasonry student Andy Waite has had his work, inspired by COVID-19, exhibited by Gallery DIFFERENT; a contemporary London based gallery showcasing the work of British and international artists.

Since the first lockdown, Andy has created two sculptures: a self-portrait showing the visible consequences of the pandemic and ‘Isabela’, a moving recognition of the loneliness COVID-19 has brought. ‘Isabela’ has been exhibited at Gallery DIFFERENT and has sold to a buyer from the Worshipful Company of Masons.

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Andy, studying a Level 3 Stonemasonry course at the college, said: “Adjusting to life under lockdown has been a challenge for everyone. Many of us have had to experience self-isolation during this pandemic, which has brought with it a vulnerability, anxiety, apprehension and often loneliness. I have tried to convey these emotions in my sculpture ‘Isabela’, with the figure retreating into herself.”

Self-isolation – Isabela’ – Andy’s sculpture chosen for exhibition at Gallery DIFFERENTSelf-isolation – Isabela’ – Andy’s sculpture chosen for exhibition at Gallery DIFFERENT
Self-isolation – Isabela’ – Andy’s sculpture chosen for exhibition at Gallery DIFFERENT

Freya Morris and Will Bowsher studying Level 2 Stonemasonry at the College have also been selected to have two of their works showcased at Gallery DIFFERENT’s recent Exhibition. Freya and Will’s works depict a drapery sculpture and fish carving, and anteater and cow, respectively.

Emma Dexter, Stonemasonry lecturer at Moulton added: “It’s a fantastic achievement. Our students have all worked incredibly hard over the past few months to produce such outstanding work. Given that these pieces chosen for exhibition are our students’ first formal stone carving submissions, I couldn’t be more proud.”

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