Form · Structure · Presence · Time
Contemporary stone sculptor exploring the boundaries of material and meaning.
“I shape what time leaves behind.”
Materials & Expertise
15+
Years of Practice
200+
Works Created
40+
Exhibitions
12
Public Installations
Portfolio
A selection of recent sculptures
An abstract vertical piece in Ancaster limestone that evokes upward movement and spiritual reaching. The surface transitions from rough-hewn base to a finely honed apex, embodying the tension between earthbound mass and weightless aspiration.
A seated figure abstracted to essential planes, carved from a single block of Purbeck limestone. The pose suggests inward focus and stillness, distilling the human form to its most elemental geometry without losing its emotional resonance.
Two facing figures separated by a narrow void, carved from a single block of limestone that was split and then carved independently. The work embodies the tension and intimacy of human connection across distance.
Exhibitions
Solo and group shows at leading international galleries
An upcoming solo exhibition at the MCA Sydney exploring Arkeveld's architectural sculpture — works that blur the boundary between sculpture and built form. Featuring ten new commissions alongside architectural models and process documentation.
Damian Arkeveld's first major New York exhibition presents twelve new stone and bronze sculptures exploring the relationship between human presence and geological time. A landmark moment for Australian contemporary sculpture in one of the world's most prestigious gallery spaces.
An immersive solo exhibition at AGWA exploring themes of resilience and adaptation through monumental stone sculptures inspired by the endurance of desert flora. The exhibition featured eight large-scale works alongside a site-specific installation in the gallery courtyard.
Services
Every sculpture begins with a conversation. Whether you envision a private collection piece or a landmark public installation, the process starts here.
Bespoke sculptures crafted to your vision. From intimate tabletop pieces to monumental public works, each commission begins with a personal consultation.
Large-scale sculptural works designed for public spaces, corporate environments, and architectural integration. Built to endure.
Explore the studio collection of original sculptures available for acquisition. Each piece is unique, signed, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Process
“Every sculpture is not just made. It is uncovered.”
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Understanding the vision, space, and emotional intent behind each work.
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Initial drawings and maquettes to establish form, proportion, and material.
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The stone reveals itself through careful, intentional removal of material.
04
Final finishing, documentation, and professional installation.
Whether you have a vision for a bespoke sculpture or wish to acquire an existing piece, every great work begins with a conversation.
Start a ConversationDamian Joshua Arkeveld is a contemporary sculptor whose work bridges classical techniques and modern artistic expression. Working primarily in stone, marble, and bronze, Arkeveld creates figurative and abstract sculptures that explore themes of time, memory, and human presence. A leading Australian sculptor, his work has been exhibited internationally at major galleries in New York, London, Brussels, Perth, and Sydney.
Based in his private studio, Arkeveld accepts custom commissions for private collectors, public institutions, and architectural projects worldwide. Each sculpture is hand-carved using traditional tools and methods refined over fifteen years of dedicated practice. Explore his complete portfolio, exhibition history, and journal for insights into the creative process.