Simon Perry | |
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| Born | 1962 London, England |
| Education | Chelsea College of Art, Royal Academy, British School in Rome |
| Known for | Sculpture |
| Notable work | Public Purse; Threaded Field; Public Address |
| Awards | Prix de Roma; The Melbourne Prize for Urban Sculpture |
Simon Perry is a British/Australian sculptor and academic, based in Melbourne, Australia. Best known for his large-scale public art works for urban spaces in Australia and overseas, Perry's practice incorporates numerous sculptural techniques including casting, carving and fabrication. His works have been created in bronze, concrete, granite, steel, aluminium, wood and stone. Perry's commissioned pieces are predominantly site-specific, and often address elements of environment and public space with a gentle humour.