Working with heavier paints led to a consideration of depth in art, literally. The sculptures or, perhaps more accurately, bas-reliefs, were at first modelled in clay then cast in plaster and painted. More recent scenes (at the top) are mixed media. They portray scenes in South Wales. Many have lights fitted, as you can see.
It is difficult to phtograph these pieces in a way which shows their three dimensions. I'm open to suggestions, or, if you would like to see them better, please contact me, and I'll send your more shots or a short film. This page contains low-resolution photos; to see a high-res version, click on the image.
Pont-y-Gwaith, north of Abrcynon in the Taff Vale. The name means "Work Bridge" or perhaps refers to it providing access to a place of work, 'Bridge to Works". The real thing is part of the Taff Trail, a bike and footpath, and was originally built in the early 1800s, rebuilt in recent years. Approximately 40 x 32.5 cm (16" x 13") Mixed media. £200. Worth seeing, took ages.
Walterston, Vale of Glamorgan, 42 x 32 x 7.5 cm deep (16-1/2" x 12-1/2" x 3").
Not for sale
Sychnant Pass, North Wales, 40 x 29.3 x 17.5 cm deep (14" x 11" x 7").
lit, £125
Brecon & Monmouthshire Canal, 36 x 28 x 17.5 cm deep
(14" x 11" x 7"). £150
St. Michael's College at Night,
25.0 x 35.5 x 6.2 cm deep
(9-3/4” x 13-3/4” x 2-1/2”), lit
SOLD
South Wales valley town, 24 x 36 x 16 cm deep
(10" x 14" x 6-1/4" deep). £75
Our house, 12.7 x 23 cm (5" x 9").
Not for Sale
Cardiff Terrace, 35.5 x 26 cm (14 x 10-1/4), lights up, £150
Large house, 17.75 x 28 cm (7" x 11").
Commission - SOLD
Cardiff door II, showing light, 11.0 x 20.3 cm (4.5" x 8"),
£50 (other versions available at a similar or lower price)

Asking prices are negotiable. For information on purchasing these or other works of art, please e-mail me at:

chris@thorkelson.co.uk