ROBIN RUGARE
 

I have been surrounded by art from an early age. My Zimbabwean father was an acclaimed sculptor, and I began sculpting rhino at the age of five, often assisting him in finishing his pieces. By ten, I had sold my first collection of birds and turtles — the beginning of a lifelong connection to sculpture and the study of animal and human form.

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I work across a range of media, with a particular affinity for stone. Materials such as granite, marble, jasper and sodalite offer both contrast and character, allowing me to explore texture, movement and form through each piece. I also work in wax for bronze casting, which brings greater fluidity and versatility to my practice.

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My work is held in private collections internationally, including the USA, Europe and Australia. Notable commissions include two life-size tigers and a collection for the National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra. I have also exhibited internationally, including in the United States and South Africa.