William Versace

Becoming engrossed in the technologies of the materials he works with, each of William Versace’s creations is highly conceptualised prior to its development, which he then creates in collaboration with different places and environments. An avid environmentalist, Versace’s knowledge of botany and horticulture underpins his passion for illuminating the human impact on the natural world.

In this particular work, Versace uses mixes pigment with various inks and powders to create his multi-layered, multi-textural ‘oyster’ works to reflect the layered depth and composition of an oyster shell. He then carves into the piece, creating a resin and plaster relief which reflects the shapes of the intricate coastline of Kamay.