Paul and Laura Carey are the first joint members of the London Group – they are figurative sculptors devoted to developing and exploring the language of form, different cultures, identity and the inter-relationship between multiple figures.
Continuously discussing and developing ideas together, their concepts are a result of shared feelings of enthusiasm and commitment towards making the human form. Paul and Laura have introduced the use of modern materials and technologies into their work throughout their careers. The Carey’s are also very interested in the potential links between Art and Science. This also extends into their shared interest in physiognomy and biometrics. Researching the portrait for many years, seeking and creating tenable connections to the human personality and facial expression.
Paul and Laura’s mirrored careers as figurative sculptors have spanned 50 years, which extend from a post art school period initially making portraits for Madame Tussauds Studios. Throughout their freelance/commission work, they have co-currently ran and produced their own Fine Artwork, with focus on portraits and sculpture for exhibitions and private commissions, both nationally and internationally.
In 2016 both Laura and Paul became Fellows of the Royal Society of Arts, FRSA.
The Careys are currently exploring various aspects to increase dynamics in their experimentation on many levels testing reactions and preconceptions of their audience, exploiting the tangible and intangible relationships between identity, material and scale.
