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Working closely with the sculpting process sparked a profound passion for the craft and inspired him to pursue it as his full-time vocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA self-taught sculptor with a background in jewellery manufacturing, Dawid brings a meticulous eye for detail and precision to every piece he creates. The skills developed through jewellery making naturally complement the intricate techniques required in bronze sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough he has been sculpting professionally for only a short time, his work has already been exhibited at the Charles Greig Gallery, showcasing his talent and growing artistic vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough his sculptures, Dawid hopes to preserve and celebrate the timeless tradition of bronze sculpting. 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