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http://www.manastasi.com/
In just a few years Mark Anastasi (1961-) has made his mark in carving limestone with an effortlessness, enthusiasm and gusto that verges on the magical. It is a passion, an obsession, a therapeutic fling The relentless manner in the way he applies himself at carving stone lends weight to this hypothesis. He works with such an obsession, fixation and abandon, he works so assiduously, he is so prolific that sculpture has become his life, his raison d’etre, his only passion. He contracted such fixation in a sudden and abrupt manner and since 2001 has continuously carved stone with an uncommon zeal and fervour. The suffused softness achieved, the smooth polished surfaces, the cold powdery whiteness of the stone emphasise the morbid, surreal and metaphysical qualities in his work.
Location: Malta.
3625. Updated 8-Jun-2008 by Mark Anastasi. Last checked 15-Nov-2008. -
http://www.rebeccagrima.com/stone/stone.html
Rebecca Grima is a self taught artist. Beginning in her teens she has produced artworks in various media. Since 1995 she has sculpt in the limestone available from the local quarries. In her art she concentrates on interpreting psychological themes centering on human emotions, relationships and situations. Her observation of people, experiences and imagination form the basis of her inspirations.
Location: Malta (Gozo).
3261. Updated 1-Nov-2006 by Rebecca Grima. Last checked 15-Nov-2008. -
http://www.joexuereb.com/
Malta born sculptor Joe Xuereb, has started carving in 1973 under the tutelage of British archaeologist Marie Claridge. His work is influenced by the Earth Mother motif which is predominant in the Maltese Neolithic civilisation. The senuous lines and tactile finish of his sculpture together with the expressive symbolism of his art are the hallmarks of Xuereb's distinctive oeuvre. So far he has held personal exhibitions in Malta, Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy and New York. His work is represented by 'SOL Gallery' of Siena, Italy and Montserrat Gallery of Chelsea, New York. In 1999, his work was featured on CNN 'ArtClub' programme. Today he runs his own Studio and Gallery from his own residence.
Location: Malta (Island of Gozo).
2118. Updated 18-Jul-2006 by Xuereb Joe. Last checked 15-Nov-2008.
