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Sean Henry Studio

Using sculptures to transform public spaces

Urban regeneration projects include Colchester High Street ( 2015 ) and a recent collaboration with Woking Borough Council and the Victoria Place Development ( 2017- 2022 ). The latter has resulted in the multiple instillation of artworks , which have been displayed within the local rail station , shopping centres and several public squares within Woking .
Henry ’ s work has played a pivotal role in creating the new identity of the town . Ray Morgan , Former Chief Executive of Woking Borough Council commented : “ Sean ’ s nine sculptures put art at the heart of the town by connecting people with places and delighting young and old alike .”
From London to Oslo , Henry ’ s work engages and inspires , spawning creative offshoots and driving up visitor numbers – his 2011 exhibition in and around Salisbury Cathedral drew over 100,000 people to the site in four months , as well as generating huge online coverage .
While his work can be seen in many locations around the world , Henry is particularly engaged by the chance to connect with local people to unite communities and public spaces . “ For me , it is always exciting when art
Seated Figure at North York Moors , UK Credit : Owen Humphries
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