Vessel maker, Orlando Dominic Gualtieri draws inspiration from the natural world – the seacoast, mountains, and forests. He aims to capture the fabric of the environment in his work, and reflect the constantly evolving interaction of light, form and texture by mimicking natures processes.

By listening to the wood and allowing it to guide his decisions, he creates pieces that encourage contemplation about our relationship with nature.

The artist’s exploration of the essence of trees is evident in his vessels and sculptures, which reflect the trees’ past lives through their individual surface and character. Utilising fallen trees, the artist crafts objects which showcase an intimate connection to their living origins and express a desire to manifest a physical and rooted presence once again.

Born in Glasgow and now living in the beautiful North-East of Scotland, surrounded by a truly inspirational landscape, his work is made in his small studio workshop. He is mainly self-taught but has over the years taken various courses to further his work, the most recent in Ornamental Woodcarving at the City and Guilds of London Art School.