Artist’s Biography

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Meet Felicity Cavanough, the wire magician who weaves tales of resilience and triumph through her extraordinary sculptures. A devoted mother, language enthusiast, and survivor, her artistry transcends boundaries. 

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In the delicate dance of wire, she discovered a medium to articulate her incredible journey. From intricate coils to bold curves, each sculpture whispers a narrative of survival. A language student fueled by an insatiable curiosity, she infuses her art with global influences, creating a vibrant symphony of cultures. 

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As a devoted mother, her creations breathe life into the challenges she conquered, embodying strength and beauty. Her wire sculptures, like a universal language, speak to the human spirit. A survivor who turned adversity into art, she empowers others to find strength in vulnerability.

 

From the chaos of wires, she sculpts order and meaning, a metaphor for her transformative journey. With eyes that have seen darkness and emerged into the light, Ms Cavanough invites you to witness the resilience etched into every wire. A sculptor, a mother, a language learner, a survivor—her life, like her art, is a thrilling adventure. 

 

“I create from everyday moments, small things that all add up to be big things. My works are about connection and relationships, they tell some of my story and I hope they connect with yours” 

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2023 saw Felicity win Unearthed judged by Wendy Sharpe with her piece "Laid Bare" In 2021 Felicity won the indoor Prize at Sculptures on the Farm, Top 40 in the Australia wide  Bluethumb Art prize in 2022 and Winner of the Wellington Sculpture Festival in 2020 and in the 3 years prior Felicity has won 2 People's Choice awards in WA and NSW,  Artists choice at Just Art, and Winner of many other art prizes during her 30 years of professional practice. 

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Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate 1995

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