Roadkill artist at ease with artwork controversy
Published on: 26-Sep-2007
A roadkill artist, whose works include dead rabbits, the skins of foxes and flattened frogs, is not worried by the controversy that his artwork has stirred up.Adam Morrigan, who has priced some of his work as high as £2.5 million, remains unfazed by the reaction to his latest exhibition, reports the Stroud News and Journal.
Commenting on his work, Morrigan told the publication: "I think it touches a chord. We're all aware of what it is. When it's up front and personal it takes on a more intimate appeal. People are affronted by it but at least they're feeling something.
"It's educational. When was the last time people touched a badger? We all love nature and we love these beautiful animals but we're always told they're pests. They are our brothers and sisters. We've got one planet and we are all part of it."
He added: "I don't tarnish the animals and make them cheap. I work with leather and I never stop learning. Now I have learned that I can work with it in an artistic way and reach people, which a handbag will never do."
To date none of Morrigan's work has sold and the artist has refused to reduce any of his prices.
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