Examples of some sculptures and artwork from various collections of Rachel’s Work and archive.
Created using layers of Fitzpatricks signature voluptuous and meandering shapes wrapped around the spherical structure. the open style of the piece casts bolds and dramatic shadows on walls and ceiling making it the perfect statement piece above a dining table or reception foyer.
Materials: Velcro, feathers, aluminium frame
Dimensions: ø800mm (31.5”)
Photography credit: Glenn Norwood
With its name derived from the Irish 'polka' the piece lives up to its name creating light and shadows appearing to “dance” around the room.
Material: Velcro, aluminium frame
Size: ø400mm(15.75”) x L600mm (23.5”)
Photo Credit: Glenn Norwood
Weaver is a vibrant and energetic piece inspired by the shapes and forms of the Weaver Bird nest. Delicate filaments of fibre optics spring out from the piece surrounding it with eruptions of twinkling lights.
This chandelier forms part of a collection of work incorporating delicate feathers with ribbons of velcro to create stunning lighting features. Each piece is hand dyed and colours can be altered to suit any requirements.
Materials: Velcro, goose feathers, fibre optics, aluminium frame.
Dimensions: ø600mm (23.5”) x L1500mm (59”)
Photography credit: Glenn Norwood
The shape and form of this piece mirrors the elegant and ethereal nature of the Flamingo Bird. The slender and statuesque form of the Flamingo chandelier makes it ideal for a stairwell or entrance hall.
Each piece is custom dyed from a range of opulent colours and finishes which can be customised to suit any requirements.
Materials: Velcro, goose feathers, aluminium
Dimensions: ø400mm (15.75”) x L1500mm (59”)
Photo Credit: Glenn Norwood
This textural lighting piece is sculpted by hand using dyed Velcro, which is then dappled with vibrantly dyed feathers. Colours can be selected from a range of shades and intermixed to create a unique floor or table light.
Dimensions: ø 600mm (23.5”)
Materials: Velcro, goose feathers, aluminium frame
Photographer: Glenn Norwood
The luxurious metallic finish of the Midas Chandelier is ablaze with light in molten tones of burning ambers and brilliant golds.
Materials: Velcro, Gold foil, aluminium
dimensions: ø600mm (23.5”)
Photography Credit: Glenn Norwood
Inspired by the Greek Myth of Icarus the golden feathers echo the giddiness of flight by glinting and teasing the light. the ribbons of black velcro resemble velvet creating a luxurious and voluptuous texture.
Materials: Black velcro, gold foiled feathers, aluminium frame
Dimensions: ø600mm (23.5”) x ø800mm (31.5”)
Photography Credit: Glenn Norwood
The term Eclipse is derived from ancient Greek meaning “darkening of a heavenly body”. The material has been embellished with glistening gold then hand-cut into the finest strips. It is then hand sculpted to create this etherial lighting sculpture in luxurious metallic tones.
Dimensions: 800x800x30mm (31.5”x31.5”x12”)
Materials: Gold foiled black Velcro. aluminium frame
Photographer: Glenn Norwood