Marshall’s fascination in trying to understand the building blocks of life heavily informs her sculptural practice. Chemistry and molecular science are strong themes within her work and she often explores the micro world of molecules through figurative sculptures that draw parallels and illuminate the anthropocentric macro world we inhabit as a society. Her science-inspired works are a humbling and awe-inspiring look at the fragility, beauty and complexity of human life.
Taking a rather unconventional route on her journey to become a sculptor, Briony Marshall first pursued a degree in Biochemistry at Oxford University before following her passion for art. Making the decision to move from laboratory to artist studio, Marshall’s science background has greatly influenced her artistic practice and she uses this unique viewpoint to explore the place of the human in the context of scientific doctrine. She lives and works in London.
Marshall and her work are held in high esteem by both the arts and science worlds. In 2015 she was awarded a FIRST@108 Public Art Award and in 2016 she has been selected as one of the 175 Faces of Chemistry by the Royal Chemistry Society to celebrate their 175th anniversary.