Mythical People – Ceramic Figurative Sculptures

Mythical Creatures: Imagine the Wild Side

Mythical People is a sculptural series by Canadian artist Bob Acton that explores the liminal space between human, animal, and spirit. These ceramic figures emerge from the imagination with horns, ears, and hybrid forms, part beast, part ancestor, part dream. Each figure holds its own presence, at once ancient and otherworldly, rooted in clay yet infused with myth.

From clustered totems to quiet busts and boat-bound travelers, these handbuilt sculptures are meditations on identity, transformation, and memory. The earthy surfaces, fired with oxides, slips, and expressive mark-making, evoke ritual, erosion, and timelessness.

These works invite the viewer into a narrative space where folklore, archetype, and fantasy merge. Perfect for collectors of myth-inspired ceramics, contemporary figurative sculpture, or symbolic artwork with soul and mystery.