- In 1974 he went to Italy on sabbatical and never left.
- Resides in Pietrasanta, the world's greatest sculptural center.
- Perfected his craft in Pietrasanta and developed important, close working with local artisan to ensure the highest possible quality for his Creations.
- Since 1980 he has been producing commissioned bronzes for leading international real estate Corporations worldwide.
- Custom works that pay a great deal of attention to history, setting, and the subject matter's each and every detail.
- These sculptures stand the test of History.
- Robin is a master in bronze, marble and mosaic.
Commissions
1980-81 Running In, Edmonton Commissioned by Triple Five Corp.Shopping Centres
1984-85 The Goalie, Montreal Commissioned by Cambridge Shopping Centres Ltd.
1984-85 Open Sea, Edmonton Commissioned by Triple Five Corp.Shopping Centres
1987-90 Chunky Cutting, Edmont Commissioned by Stadium Shopping Centres Ltd.
1989-90 Teeming, Sheffield, England Commissioned by Stadium Developments of England
1990-91 Wallscape, Hong Kong Commissioned by The Hong Kong Land Property Company Ltd.
1993-94 Ninja Wall, Hong Kong Commissioned by Playmates Properties Ltd., Hong Kong
1996-98 Cutter's Choice, Edmonton Commissioned by Cambridge Shopping Centres Ltd.
1999 The circle of Caring, Ottawa Commissioned for the May Court Hospice
In brief here is the chronology of a typical commissioned sculpture:
- Idea developed
- Detailed concept prepared: collaborative process with the client in the research and creativity to maximize the impact.
- Scale maquette: prepared for feedback and approval; client presentations and site visits.
- All artistic and project management undertaken by Robin Bell through to on-site installation.