Sculptures of Birds

Inspired by a lifelong love of nature and a background in zoology, Sculptress JOEL creates beautifully detailed bird sculptures that celebrate the grace, diversity, and wonder of avian life.

A Closer Look at Owls in Sculpture

These finely crafted owl sculptures showcase JOEL’s ability to capture the wisdom, presence, and intricate detail of these remarkable birds.

Recognised Work,
Commissioned with Purpose

JOEL has been commissioned to make sculptures of several British birds species by a UK nature conservation charity.

Examples of her lovely bronze birds have been chosen for National and regional curated exhibitions including the Royal Cambrian art exhibition in January 2025 and the London Art Biennale 2025.

Raising Awareness For Nesting Spaces

“I hope to do more to help the conservation of these birds, including for the Swift -they travel so far to nest in our buildings as they have for thousands of years.
Such marvels of precious life it amazes me how they can travel such distances even after they have newly fledged.”

-Sculptress JOEL

Stay Connected – Commissions & Conservation

Sculptress JOEL is currently working on a beautifully illustrated children’s book about a mother Wren—an inspiring story rooted in her love for nature and birdlife. The book will be available soon, and you’re warmly invited to contact the studio to express interest or learn more about her ongoing conservation projects.
JOEL accepts a limited number of new commissions each year. If there’s a particular bird species—or another animal—you’d like to honour through sculpture, whether for a private collection or public installation, please get in touch with the Tenon Studio to begin the conversation.

Case Studies

  • Creation of Kingfisher Waterfall with fused glass and resin by Sculptress JOEL

    Award Winning Sculpture of Kingfishers

    The Lamport Hall Bursary Award With thanks to the Lamport Hall Heritage Trust and Northants Rutland Open Studios (NROS) Being awarded the Lamport NROS…

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  • sculptress JOEL and the award winning Kingfisher bronze sculpture

    The Kingfisher Waterfall – Lamport Hall Award

    Sculptress Joel was awarded the Lamport Hall Preservation Trust Bursary as part of the 2024 Northants and Rutland Open Studios. On Show at Lamport…

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  • Sculptress JOEL and the Hummingbird Clock

    Hummingbird Time

    A hummingbird Sculpture design contemporary wall-clock by Sculptress Joel celebrating life and the wonders and mysteries of the wonderful Ruby- throated Hummingbird Designed Fine…

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