Thin Place by Sam MacDonald

Medium

Pewter and gold leaf

Dimensions

H130.3cm x W119.8cm x D4cm

Description

A metal work art piece centred on a cascading waterfall, with trout beneath the surface.

Notes

This striking work exemplifies Sam MacDonald's distinctive approach to his sculptures, using pewter and gold leaf to build a richly textured surface that shifts with the light. The composition draws the eye from the force of the falling water into the quieter, submerged world below, where fish forms emerge with subtle clarity. Tonal variation and surface modulation create a sense of atmosphere and depth, encouraging a slower, more contemplative reading of the piece. The interplay between movement and stillness evokes a thoughtful contemplation between worlds, where the roaring harshness above contrast the calm in the depths below.

About the Artist

Sam MacDonald is a Scottish metalwork artist known for his relief sculptures in pewter, gold leaf and other metals, often inspired by aquatic life and natural environments. Trained in silversmithing and metalwork at Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts, his work reflects a long-standing engagement with fishing, diving and the sea, combining traditional techniques with a contemporary visual language.