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ABOUT PORTELLI DESIGNS

The stunning creations by Portelli Designs are masterfully created using a style called the ‘Polly Method’ – using a series of specifically sized triangles to create form and a sense of movement.  Due to the flat nature of a triangle, there are endless cuts, folds, and welds to create the curve of the human form. The measurements must be precise so that the end result looks as natural as possible.

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The length of time taken to complete a piece is determined by the size and detail, but on average, a life-sized sculpture takes around 8 weeks. 

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Portelli Designs are currently taking enquiries for commissioned pieces.  Please contact us via our online enquiry form.

MEET THE ARTIST

CLAUDE PORTELLI 

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An electrician and fabricator by trade combined with a passion for music, and the desire to create from an early age – Adelaide-based Claude Portelli was always going to tap into his true artistic nature.  The accumulation of a lifetime of experience and growth has resulted in mature and sophisticated sculptures.

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With the heart of a musician, the nature to create something beautiful and memorable comes naturally to Claude, to bring something to life through a medium as raw as welding.  His most recent piece of work, ‘The Ballerina’, took 2 months to complete and encapsulates the nature of movement to music, pausing a moment and capturing it for the ages.

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His path continues forward, with an unscripted journey and un-defined destination, Claude Portelli embraces change and challenges himself to be inspired by the ‘everyday’ grace of the world.

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Shaped by music and forged in heat.

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