I have never pre-designed a sculpted face.
I am as surprised by the result as anyone.

As I pound the clay into the shape of its head, the personality seems to emerge between us and influence the slope of the forehead, the shape of the eyes, the age, and even the gender.

Often a composite of ethnicities, the face begins its recognition of me as the eyes open and then the smile spreads.

Within the last few years my figures have simplified, become streamlined, removing distraction from the facial features.

The folds of clothing and anatomical details have all but faded, emphasizing only gesture and emotion.