Philip Jackson MA FRBS FRSA

Philip Jackson's ability to convey the human condition through the skilful use of body language is well known. Whether with robed, masked or faceless figures reminiscent of 18th century Venetian procurators, graceful, delicately poised works such as Saraband, or the prestigious, figuratively detailed monumental public social figures for which he is often commissioned, Philip Jackson's work moves people. Imposing and operatic both in narrative and in their presence, Jackson's works are powerful and beautifully sculpted. Hauntingly elegant or theatrically enigmatic, individually or cloistered together, the meticulously precise posturing of the work creates an overwhelming sense of drama from which emanates highly charged emotions, secrets, conspiracies and intrigues.

Expressive, thought-provoking, with ever-changing perspectives and narratives, Philip Jackson's work is emotive and communicates in a way that is engaging and equally accessible to all ages and classes. Like motionless actors on an elaborate set, its impact is genuine and its qualities should not be underestimated or ignored. In the visitors' book for Philip Jackson's 2005 Sacred and Profane, exhibition at West Dean College, near Chichester, is found, amongst all the accolades, one simple line . . . 'Moved to tears.'

Dr Sharon-Michi Kusunoki
Senior Curator