Peter Hanmer - Icarus
Peter Hanmer - Icarus
Resin, milliput, feathers, rock, acrylic
14 x 14 x 22.5cm (WHD)
2023
Small sculptural diorama. Housed in perspex display case, can be displayed without perspex.
Drawing on varied interests including history, philosophy and storytelling; Peter Hanmer creates allegorical, dystopian, and fantastical works across a range of media. These reflect his interest in the power of art as a cultural and political critique, presenting intricately crafted worlds imbued with meaning.
Studying at the University for the Creative Arts and Newcastle University, he received a BA (Hons) (2014) and Masters of Fine Art with Distinction (2018). Member of the Royal Society of Sculptors, winner of the Gillian Dickinson North East Young Sculptor of The Year award 2017 & the Air Gallery Award 2023, he has exhibited worldwide.