Samuel Cheeseman (born 1977, Chichester) lives and works in Hayling island (England), where he hammers his craft just steps away from the thunder of the ocean. Sam’s artistic visions are fortified by 25 years of skill acquired working as an engineer, fabricator and as a finisher. From the tempering of these experiences, Sam began to tease out further mysteries in both metal and wood. For the last five years, Sam has built up his own workshop and fashioned unique tools. He designs, develops and produces pieces for a variety of clients. Sam’s own unique visions are now at the forefront and this gallery is his invitation for you to join us in exploring his present work and the development of future themes.

Artist statement

I view my work as a way to connect with the great artisans of the past and be a conduit to my future self. A sketch or idea leads onto maquettes, which enables full-size drawings and prototypes before machining commences. It involves many different disciplines using traditional and experimental techniques and materials, fusing the genres of art and craft. I aim to record moments of precision and beauty to provide escapism for my audience in an otherwise brutal and chaotic world.