Sisterhood sculpture

Danielle lives and works in Port Douglas. When featured on the Art in Transit FNQ Artists Collection website, the author stated: “ Although a highly skilled multidisciplinary artist in various art methods – drawing, painting, sgraffito – sculpture prevails, as the way Danielle believes she is best emotionally expressed. In her own words, ‘ Each sculpture I create allows me to revel in past happiness, and I think part of that childhood happiness can be glimpsed in each piece. ’”

Sculptures by Danielle Piat

The OGA committee briefed Danielle with the concept: the sculpture would feature two female figures, one younger than the other. To make the piece timeless, we asked that it have an abstract quality in its depiction of the figures. Initial drawings included the Grammar blouse, badge, and hat, but it was ultimately decided that these limited the creativity desired of the piece. The challenge was to make the two figures reveal a profound connection, but also project independence and strength. Sisters stand together but also enable each one to stand on her own.