Born in Sheffield and resident in Chamonix since 1983, legndary alpinist and artist Andy Parkin says, ”My life style has evolved from that of a climber to one of artist/climber. These two apparently dissimilar activities allow me to explore the mountain ranges of the world, looking for first ascents, adventure and images. These wild and fabulous landscapes, exotic and strange people inspire me to work in sometimes awkward situations and under difficult conditions. Having witnessed the ingenuity of people less fortunate and their ability to reuse items which we would cast aside, has reinforced my philosophy towards the use of found objects in my sculpting.
Climbing and life are, I believe, not about conquering or dominating but adaptation.”
Andy provides the coveted sculptures presented as our Film Prizes each year.
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