Mia Iggulden’s sculptures explore the dynamic connections between humans and animals, often focusing on themes of transformation and classical mythology. She examines the symbolism of human-animal relationships, both as companions and as representations of deeper fears and insecurities, drawing on allegorical themes to express these concepts.
Mia often combines forms in surreal and thought-provoking ways. By anthropomorphizing her animals and introducing elements of metamorphosis, the boundary between worlds and forms is blurred.
Through her work, Mia invites viewers to reflect on the natural world as an extension of the human experience rather than something alien to it. Her sculptures highlight beauty and coexistence, emphasizing themes of vulnerability, discomfort, and the ancient, common bond between humans and animals.
Her work encourages viewers to consider their own relationships with the natural world, challenging them to look beyond the surface and recognize the shared existence of all living things. The human eye uses the exact same building blocks as a fly. We share more than we realize and are less apart than we think.