Nigel Scanlon
Nigel Scanlon is a Waiheke-based artist, well known for his sculptural work in the mediums of stone, wood and bronze. He draws inspiration from his traditional Maori heritage and the coastal environment where he lives. His skill in carving is evident in the way he brings a soft fluidity to forms hewn blocks of solid stone, drawing out textures and nuances from this natural medium
Nigel grew up in Wanganui, two years of study Shane Cotton, Bob Janke and Fred Graham at Whanganui Polytech which afforded him a base of knowledge and practice that started his career.