United, 2019,
Marine grade stainless steel on stone base,
1150 x 1150 x 1150mm

Gentle and elegant, Ray Haydon’s United sits in perfect harmony within its surroundings. Poised on the slope near to the Blackwood Dam, this sculpture instills a sense of calm in the viewer, and because of its innate symmetry and fine beauty it would compliment a large garden setting or a more intimate domestic space. 

United has the energy to enliven its environment, rather than dominate it as some more monumental sculptures may do. It is light and airy in its composition - the outer framework contrasting with the glimpses through to the opposite side. With the steel ribbons bending in a seemingly effortless way, one has the sense of continuity, and the essence of both strength and flexibility. 

Ray Haydon has been making art for over 20 years and has more recently focussed on wall works and large scale kinetic sculptures. He carries throughout his practice the same design principles and technical skills he has honed and developed over the years. He is known to work with a wide variety of materials to make pieces that extend and respond to their environment, with in-depth knowledge of all the materials he works with, such as corten steel, stainless steel, bronze, wood, carbon fibre or veneer. He initially worked as a jeweller for many years and then constructing and designing fittings for super yachts before embarking on his artistic career.