"Vertebrae" collection uses a number of components which are all the same in each piece of work. The simplest of which is just a bent loop, so called "Loop". Each component is only 3mm thick and bends only by the way it is attached to its neighbouring components. There is a tolerance provided in each joint which "gives" a little bit to allow just enough flexibility and rigidity to enable each piece to maintain its special shape. The whole piece has a sustainable approach to it, being made entirely from FSC approved Birch wood.
Consisting of 1000 individual pieces "Vertebrae" twists about three axis to produce this special form, resembling a strange "vertebrae" like form. Each piece is exactly the same and slots into a special position allowing it to continually link and eventually join itself again. The twist occurs naturally in the wood and only appears after many components have been connected.
It can be laid flat as shown, mounted vertically on to a wall. Or suspended completely by cables allowing it to seeming float and actually move with currents in the air.
This photo show the piece wall mounted. It measures stands 2 metres tall by 60 centimeters wide
"Vertebrae 8” is not mounted and therefore can be suspended from a ceiling via cables in varying orientations to best match its surroundings or Gallery.
“Loop” is a tighter version of ""Vertebrae Loop” and consists of one section. Loop is designed to be placed on a plinth or table. It has a fragile but almost organic feel to it, much like a cactus.