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Ptolemy Elrington lives in the UK in Brighton. He has worked as an artist and sculptor since 2002. He works with recycled materials incorporating a regenerative eco aware theme to his unique and creative art. His website Hubcap Creatures feature sculptures built utilizing hubcaps from automobiles. His creations take on a life of their own and represent sea creatures and animals. Ptolemy’s art has been commissioned by numerous corporations and private collectors alike and you’ll find his art in exhibitions in galleries throughout Europe.
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SUCCESS QUOTES
“I don’t care what you do as long as you are doing something.” – Ptolemy’s Father
CAREER CHALLENGE
An experience he had with his brother bringing a gravel barge across the English Channel from Holland to England and realizing anything is possible.
AH-HA MOMENTS
A friend asked Ptolemy to decorate a nightclub with his then hobby hubcap creations. One of the guests asked to purchase some pieces of his art.
FIRST SPECIAL CAR
A Honda XL 125 Trial Bike
BEST AUTOMOTIVE ADVICE
Having the right attitude and approach when tackling a project. – The book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
GREAT RESOURCE
Deviant Art – www.deviantart.com
FAVORITE BOOK
Kon-Tiki: Across The Pacific in a Raft – Thor Heyerdahl
PARTING ADVICE
Make something, draw something, take something apart and rebuild something. Have a go at something you do with your hands.
HOW TO FIND PTOLEMY
Hubcap Creatures – www.hubcapcreatures.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/Hubcapcreatures
Twitter – @HubcapCreatures
Instagram – www.instagram.com/hubcapcreatures
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That was a great interview! Loved that you mixed it up with a bike guy. also really appreciate his eco aesthetic. thanks for finding such a unique guest to interview. keep it coming.
Thank you Mary. Ptolemy is certainly a unique and creative automotive enthusiast.