After studying Art and Design at college, Shane Whitehead then trained in Furniture Design and Construction. Spurred on by his interest in decorative arts and sculpture he moved into 2D graphic work. Using some of his highly ornate and intricate patterns, Shane transferred these ideas into jewellery making, producing bronze, silver and gold pieces, which are exhibited in various galleries across the UK. In turn this has created an interest in working with metals and sculpture. For the last four years he has managed a bronze foundry in Shepton Mallet, whilst also sculpting and casting his own work in bronze.