Micheal McManus

Michael McManus Sculptor, was born and brought up in Bonnyrigg and has lived and worked in the Lothians all his life.

He left school to immediately begin work in a craft that had been his calling from a very early age, simply loving the creative satisfaction that he derived from carving, shaping and finishing natural wood. He has been a professional woodcarver sculptor for over 30 years.

Michael has exhibited his creations widely, mainly in his native Scotland, but also at Shows in England where he has participated in Garden Exhibitions with the RHS, Wisley,Tatton Park and specific Design fairs. He has been creating commissions and one off pieces for clients all over Britain and beyond. Throughout that time he has also exhibited his work in selected galleries

Recent exhibitions include-
Visual arts Scotland
Union Gallery. Edinburgh
Lieth Gallery. Edinburgh
Gullane Gallery East Lothian

When time has allowed Micheal has taught carving and sculpture to individuals and groups, either at his own studio/workshop or at the Poldrate Art Centre in Haddington. He enjoys the opportunity to teach people almost as much as he enjoys the experience of actually carving and sculpting himself.