Emma Jean Kemp

Emma’s sculptures explore human experience: from how we feel, to how we move, to how we deal with life. Emma works in clay to capture moments in our lives that shape or define us; in doing so, we are encouraged to reflect on our collective humanity and physical capabilities of the human body.

The clay figures are cast into predominantly bronze resin as well as bronze, yet also include other materials in the presentation of the figure: several of her figures interact with objects to create a narrative and enhance the emotion of the piece.

Emma is fascinated by the human figure; she takes great pleasure in studying anatomy to inform her sculpture, as well as understand how the body moves. Her figures have a unique texture that reveals her workings in the clay: the clay is applied in a way that accentuates the muscles, to celebrate the beauty of the human form. Part of her portfolio glorifies our athletic nature, which is inspired by her love for Capoeira; she hopes her sculptures will connect with people’s inherent need to move and express themselves physically.

Emma graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a BA Hons in Fine Art, in 2008. She has since continued to progress her art career. She is represented in various galleries around the UK and has exhibited internationally at art fairs. She has completed several public and private commissions, including a public, bronze installation in Henleaze, Bristol. In 2019 Emma took time off to have a family; she has managed to keep the business ticking over and now she is increasingly getting back to work.