My present sculpture is strongly influenced by the megalithic stone constructions that existed in many parts of the prehistoric world but most specifically those found in the British Isles, France and Ireland. I am drawn to these structures not only because they are some of the earliest large scale sculpture and architecture but because they continue to have a strong impact on the modern viewer. They are a real part of our mysterious Neolithic origins and continue to fascinate us. For many, including myself, they initiate a strong emotional response.

The megaliths signify the beginnings of the intentional alteration of the earth for human purposes. With the advent of agricultural societies and a lesser need for hunting and gathering as the primary mode of existence, humans developed a need to begin making an art that was both out of the caves and monumental in scale. Standing a huge stone upright in a particular place was, in many respects, some of the first public, site specific art. The erection of the stone or stones designated a place as particular and special. I believe it also communicated a particular meaning as well. The artwork is a permanent means of non verbal communication. It not only activates and designates a space but becomes a symbol or commentary which makes references beyond its place, time and materials to such concepts as the commemoration of events, or the reassertion of beliefs.

I make my art with steel and concrete mostly, man made materials found commonly in our contemporary world. The constraints and freedoms of our culture make these materials as available, accessible and reasonable for me to use as were the rocks used at sites like Carnac, Avebury or New Grange. My need and rational for making these works is similar I feel to those of my Neolithic ancestors. It is about making an extraordinary place, one that not only activates the real, sensual, physical environment but also acts as an invitation to the viewer to experience the metaphysical and mystical environments they may associate with it.