Jay Reddish

I create functional sculpture and jewelry from recycled and upcycled materials, drawing from medieval design, fantasy, and the forms of standing stones. My work bridges the natural and material worlds, exploring transformation, sustainability, and storytelling. By reclaiming discarded materials, I challenge ideas of disposability and preciousness. Each piece becomes a small patch in a larger tapestry: an offering of care, connection, and magic. In a time when ecological and personal renewal are urgent, my work invites joy, reflection, and a reimagining of value in the overlooked.

Since founding Forest Troll Art (FTA) in 2018, I’ve shared my practice through in-person teaching, and online platforms, encouraging students to connect with their personal sense of stewardship through art. My goal is to spark conversations and inspire thoughtful action. I aim to connect people to their environments and inspire a deeper sense of wonder in the everyday.

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