Jan Sweeney first went to Africa in 1985; fell in love with it and now lives between Zimbabwe and Somerset; hence her mixture of African and English wildlife. Jan uses the lost wax method of casting and all her major editions are limited, numbered and signed. Her smaller pieces are unlimited but are all signed. The key to Jan's success lies in her initial drawings. She is a superb draftswoman, and from her veterinary father she learnt the anatomical workings of animals, which shows in her final pieces. Her bronzes live and breathe and are never stiff or lifeless. She captures the raw power of speed and movement, and each portrayal embodies the characteristics of the beast. Jan has won many awards and honours for her work and after exhibiting extensively in UK and South Africa, has work in many illustrious private and public collections.
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