POLLOCK

Originally from Dublin, Ian Pollock is a self-taught sculptor who has long been associated with Cast Foundry, located in the historic Liberties district of the city. He works exclusively in bronze, employing the lost-wax casting method (cire perdue) with ceramic shell moulds, a demanding process that reflects his commitment to craftsmanship and detail.

Pollock’s artistic vision is deeply personal. He draws inspiration from everyday life, describing his body of work as a kind of “three-dimensional diary.” Each piece reflects an evolving narrative, unbound by style or subject: “I never limit myself. I like not knowing where the work will lead next—that’s what keeps it alive for me and, hopefully, for the viewer.”

Over the years, his sculptures have been exhibited and acquired across Ireland and the UK, including prestigious venues such as the Oireachtas, the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), and the Royal Ulster Academy (RUA), where he received the Mullan Prize for sculpture in 2003 . His work is represented in several public collections, including the Office of Public Works and University College Dublin , as well as in numerous private collections throughout Europe and the United States.

Major commissions include an eleven-foot bronze installation of birds in flight for Largy College (Clones, Co. Monaghan), alongside several life-sized pieces for private clients. Pollock continues to sculpt at Cast Foundry, refining his dialogue with bronze and deepening a practice rooted in both material tradition and personal storytelling.