Joseph Hillier

Joseph Hillier (born 24 April 1974 in Cornwall) is a British sculptor.[2][3] His best known works include the Messenger, a public sculpture in Plymouth, Devon.

Joseph Hillier
Messenger with actor Nicola Kavanagh who originated the pose[1] in Plymouth
Born
Joseph James Hillier

(1974-04-24) 24 April 1974
Truro, England
EducationFalmouth College of Art;
Newcastle University;
Tulane University
Known forSculpture, Public Artworks
Notable work
Messenger
Websitejosephhillier.com

Early life and education

Hillier was born in Cornwall in 1974. He studied at Falmouth College of Art and Newcastle University. Tulane University awarded Hillier a scholarship in 2001 leading to completion of a Master of Fine Arts in New Orleans.[4]

Career

Joseph Hillier had his first solo exhibition in 2005.[5] His best known work is Messenger, which was commissioned in 2017 and erected in Plymouth, Devon in March 2019.[6]

Hillier is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Sculptors [7]

See also

References
  1. Morris, Steven (22 March 2019). "'She's rebellious': Irish actor inspires giant #MeToo sculpture". The Irish Times.
  2. "Joseph Hiller and the UK's Biggest Sculpture".
  3. Spicer, Emily. "Joseph Hillier – video interview: 'Figurative sculpture in a public space presents a real opportunity to stir something in people'". Studio International - Visual Arts, Design and Architecture.
  4. "Joseph Hillier". Axisweb.
  5. "Joseph Hillier | The Sculpture Park | All Year Exhibition". Default Store View.
  6. Morris, Steven (18 March 2019). "Giant bronze statue of crouching woman arrives in Plymouth". The Guardian.
  7. "info@josephhillier.com". sculptors.org.uk.
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