Lucinda Townsend is a figurative sculptor specializing in portraiture and the horse. She strives to represent a sense of the inner world of feeling that reflects who we truly are, the deeper soul qualities we imbue.  After a degree in History of Art, she moved to Florence to train in classical sculpture, studying at the world renowned Florence Academy of Art and was then awarded a scholarship to the Sacred Art School. She has also studied fine art in London and St Petersburg, Russia.

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Lucinda won the Gordon Hulson Memorial Award from the Royal Society of British Artists, 2016, and the Tiranti Prize for a young sculptor from the Chelsea Art Society, 2017, along with the recognition of 'Highly Commended' in 2018. She was also selected for the prestigious 2016 FACE exhibition with the Society of Portrait Sculptors.  Her work is held in private collections both in the UK and abroad. 

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Equine 

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The horse has evolved into an enduring muse for Lucinda. The spirit of the horse is wild untamed freedom and horses often appeared as messengers, symbols of war or spiritual, shamanic guides. Horses are able to transmit the highest expression of grace, nobility and strength. Being around horses is healing because they so generously impart to us these gifts that balance the human psyche. Even looking at horses is healing, calming and uplifting.

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Lucinda expresses this martial strength and endurance of the horse, emphasizing a thick neck and strong body. Her modelling is rough and energetic reflecting the more primordial, atavistic and raw energy of the horse. Her approach also alludes to the ancient and archetypal connection between horse and man, our deep connection to the earth and the elements, for bronze is a manifestation of this magical combination of earth, elements and fire.