I am a sculptor working primarily in marble, alabaster, jasper, and onyx, carving with traditional hammer-and-chisel techniques learned in Italy and London. My work centres on the human figure and the way each stone’s grain, weight, and translucency shape its expression. Rather than imposing form, I let the material guide me, treating the process as a dialogue in which the stone becomes a partner and teacher.
This approach, grounded in respect and humility, informs my work in both stone and porcelain. Exhibiting with the Society of Portrait Sculptors, the Chelsea Art Society, Gagliardi Art Gallery, Chelsea and in private collections has allowed me to share not only the finished sculptures but also the stillness and connection they invite. Ultimately, I aim to create pieces that hold presence, emotional resonance, and a quiet reminder of our relationship with the earth.

Yellow Onyx (40cm x 50cm)

50cm x 62cm

64cm x 74cm

60cm x 74cm
Inspired by the ancient cart ruts of Gozo’s Ta’ Ċenċ plateau, the artist carves sculptural discs from luminous yellow onyx. The prehistoric grooves, etched into limestone thousands of years ago, remain an enduring archaeological mystery and a silent source of form and meaning.
Warm and translucent, the stone gives each disc a quiet radiance. Their circular forms recall the wheel, the sun, and the cycles of nature, bridging archaeology and contemporary art in objects shaped by memory, craftsmanship, and the island’s enduring legacy.

Marble (65cm x 25cm)

Marble (60cm x 15cm)

Marble (60cm x 20cm)

Marble (30cm x 60cm)

Pink Alabaster (30cm x 45cm)

Marble ( 30cm x 40cm)

Onyx (56cm x 28cm)

Detail

Italian Alabaster (45cm x 25cm)

Marble (70cm x 15cm)

Marble (70cm x 17cm)

Marble (20cm x 20cm)

Green Stone (48cm x 30cm)

Brown Alabaster (40cm x 20cm)

Black Alabaster (50cm x 40cm)

Onyx (60cm x 30cm)

White Alabaster (40cm x 30cm)

Marble (20cm x 20cm)

Jasper (30cm x 20cm)

Plaster (50cm x 50cm)

Porcelain (30cm x 15cm)


Discover unique original pieces in my curated online gallery. Each artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity and includes a complimentary personal consultation for optimal display and lighting recommendations. For inquiries about commissions, availability, or private viewings, please contact me directly at peter@arkell.co.uk
I welcome collaborations and exhibition opportunities. Follow my journey on social media for studio insights, work-in-progress updates, and exhibition announcements.