Bob Acton
@bobacton.bsky.social
Canadian sculptor focusing on nature's beauty. My figurative, expressionist sculptures blend organic forms with bold colors and textures, creating a visual dialogue between the natural and the abstract.
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Bob Acton
@bobacton.bsky.social
· Nov 23
I'm happy with the new work. I'm focusing on producing appealing animal sculptures that stimulate conversations about loss of biodiversity.
Super excited to share a sneak peek of my latest ceramic flowers! I'm warming up for the Calgary Horticultural Society's Gardeners' Market this Saturday, April 26. Get ready to add a pop of colour to your garden that lasts all seasons! Mark your calendars! The Commons at ATCO Park, 5302 Forand St.
February 28, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Super excited to share a sneak peek of my latest ceramic flowers! I'm warming up for the Calgary Horticultural Society's Gardeners' Market this Saturday, April 26. Get ready to add a pop of colour to your garden that lasts all seasons! Mark your calendars! The Commons at ATCO Park, 5302 Forand St.
A captivating chat wrapped in clay and colours awaits you! Dive into the world of ceramics with the delightful Susan Halls and our own Bob Acton as they chat about Susan's inspirational journey and her clay designs on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. https://vist.ly/3mvaije
February 18, 2025 at 8:17 AM
A captivating chat wrapped in clay and colours awaits you! Dive into the world of ceramics with the delightful Susan Halls and our own Bob Acton as they chat about Susan's inspirational journey and her clay designs on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. https://vist.ly/3mvaije
Bob @bobacton had a great conversation about colour and ceramics with the wonderful Sara Moorhouse @saramoorhouseceramics on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. @colourandceramics
Find the podcast at iTunes, Spotify other podcast locations!
Find the podcast at iTunes, Spotify other podcast locations!
February 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Bob @bobacton had a great conversation about colour and ceramics with the wonderful Sara Moorhouse @saramoorhouseceramics on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. @colourandceramics
Find the podcast at iTunes, Spotify other podcast locations!
Find the podcast at iTunes, Spotify other podcast locations!
Welcome to the Colour and Ceramics Podcast @colourandceramics with the outstanding UK potter and colour specialist Sara Moorhouse. @saramoorhouseceramics They talked about how colour affects the viewer’s eye. Great session with Sara.
February 3, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Welcome to the Colour and Ceramics Podcast @colourandceramics with the outstanding UK potter and colour specialist Sara Moorhouse. @saramoorhouseceramics They talked about how colour affects the viewer’s eye. Great session with Sara.
I'm super excited for February 1st! Join us at the 2025 Artist's Choice Online Exhibition, where I'm proudly showcasing some of my prized pieces with the Federation of Canadian Artists. Pop over and make one of these treasures your own. It's going to be a delightful event, you won't want to miss!
January 27, 2025 at 2:26 PM
I'm super excited for February 1st! Join us at the 2025 Artist's Choice Online Exhibition, where I'm proudly showcasing some of my prized pieces with the Federation of Canadian Artists. Pop over and make one of these treasures your own. It's going to be a delightful event, you won't want to miss!
How does nature speak to your soul? Is it the serenity that calms you, the wild energy that inspires you, or something else entirely that resonates within you? Ponder on 'Kachou Fuugetsu', a beautiful Japanese philosophical concept that proposes self-discovery through the wonders of nature.
January 23, 2025 at 3:49 PM
How does nature speak to your soul? Is it the serenity that calms you, the wild energy that inspires you, or something else entirely that resonates within you? Ponder on 'Kachou Fuugetsu', a beautiful Japanese philosophical concept that proposes self-discovery through the wonders of nature.
Why an audio only podcast about colour and surface design? A clip of a conversation with Anastassia Zamaraeva. Hear Bob Acton @bobacton and Anastassia @a_zama_ceramics talk during their conversation on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. @colourandceramics
January 15, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Why an audio only podcast about colour and surface design? A clip of a conversation with Anastassia Zamaraeva. Hear Bob Acton @bobacton and Anastassia @a_zama_ceramics talk during their conversation on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. @colourandceramics
We're thrilled to bring you Season 2 of the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. Get ready for a heartwarming chat between our host, Bob Acton @bobacton, and the charismatic Anastassia Zamaraeva @a_zama_ceramics. You can find us at https://vist.ly/3msbp53 or wherever you find your podcasts.
January 13, 2025 at 8:52 AM
We're thrilled to bring you Season 2 of the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. Get ready for a heartwarming chat between our host, Bob Acton @bobacton, and the charismatic Anastassia Zamaraeva @a_zama_ceramics. You can find us at https://vist.ly/3msbp53 or wherever you find your podcasts.
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#dragonflies are not only #beautiful but are also excellent hunters, with a better than 90% success rate. Guess those eyes help.
#insects #dragonfly #beautiful #nature #macrophotography
#insects #dragonfly #beautiful #nature #macrophotography
December 30, 2024 at 4:23 AM
#dragonflies are not only #beautiful but are also excellent hunters, with a better than 90% success rate. Guess those eyes help.
#insects #dragonfly #beautiful #nature #macrophotography
#insects #dragonfly #beautiful #nature #macrophotography
A lovely butterfly video I took at the Insectarium in Montreal, QC, Canada a couple of weeks ago. It is a fantastic place, if you get a chance to go. #butterfly
December 29, 2024 at 5:28 PM
A lovely butterfly video I took at the Insectarium in Montreal, QC, Canada a couple of weeks ago. It is a fantastic place, if you get a chance to go. #butterfly
December 27, 2024 at 9:34 PM
One of my Polar Bear series is sitting atop a snow pack with fish swimming below. #sculpture #biodiversity
December 24, 2024 at 12:49 AM
One of my Polar Bear series is sitting atop a snow pack with fish swimming below. #sculpture #biodiversity
Guess what? I've been accepted as an exhibiting member of the Federation of Canadian Artists! Thrilled is an understatement! #CanadianArtists
December 20, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Guess what? I've been accepted as an exhibiting member of the Federation of Canadian Artists! Thrilled is an understatement! #CanadianArtists
@macrophotography.bsky.social
It's one of my macro shots this summer. Damselfly. OM-D Mark5iii, Olympus 60mm macro lens
It's one of my macro shots this summer. Damselfly. OM-D Mark5iii, Olympus 60mm macro lens
December 20, 2024 at 4:34 AM
@macrophotography.bsky.social
It's one of my macro shots this summer. Damselfly. OM-D Mark5iii, Olympus 60mm macro lens
It's one of my macro shots this summer. Damselfly. OM-D Mark5iii, Olympus 60mm macro lens
Inspired by the grace and elegance of shore birds, this ceramic sculpture captures the bird in a serene resting pose perched atop a ceramic plinth adorned with images of fish. This vibrantly coloured piece creates a powerful connection between species and ecosystems.
December 10, 2024 at 3:28 AM
Inspired by the grace and elegance of shore birds, this ceramic sculpture captures the bird in a serene resting pose perched atop a ceramic plinth adorned with images of fish. This vibrantly coloured piece creates a powerful connection between species and ecosystems.
Had an absolute blast chatting with the incredibly talented ceramic sculptor, Susan Halls @susanhalls today! You won't want to miss this heartwarming discussion on https://colourandceramics.com/ Brace yourself for a ton of vibrant insights, coming your way soon!
December 6, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Had an absolute blast chatting with the incredibly talented ceramic sculptor, Susan Halls @susanhalls today! You won't want to miss this heartwarming discussion on https://colourandceramics.com/ Brace yourself for a ton of vibrant insights, coming your way soon!
Get ready, Calgary! The Alberta Wilderness Association is hosting an enchanting pop-up Christmas sale this Saturday, Dec 7.
Join us this Saturday at our prime location, 455 12th Street NW. Lots of wilderness-inspired crafts.
Join us this Saturday at our prime location, 455 12th Street NW. Lots of wilderness-inspired crafts.
December 3, 2024 at 9:10 PM
Get ready, Calgary! The Alberta Wilderness Association is hosting an enchanting pop-up Christmas sale this Saturday, Dec 7.
Join us this Saturday at our prime location, 455 12th Street NW. Lots of wilderness-inspired crafts.
Join us this Saturday at our prime location, 455 12th Street NW. Lots of wilderness-inspired crafts.
Do you like frogs and toads? This is one of my new pieces this year.
As canaries were signs of poor air quality in coal mines, frogs and toads are those canaries for our water environments. Nearly 50% of Canada’s frogs are at risk.
As canaries were signs of poor air quality in coal mines, frogs and toads are those canaries for our water environments. Nearly 50% of Canada’s frogs are at risk.
December 3, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Do you like frogs and toads? This is one of my new pieces this year.
As canaries were signs of poor air quality in coal mines, frogs and toads are those canaries for our water environments. Nearly 50% of Canada’s frogs are at risk.
As canaries were signs of poor air quality in coal mines, frogs and toads are those canaries for our water environments. Nearly 50% of Canada’s frogs are at risk.
My high colour work had considerable attention at the latest juried show. They created lots of conversations about my concerns about loss of biodiversity.
November 23, 2024 at 2:19 PM
My high colour work had considerable attention at the latest juried show. They created lots of conversations about my concerns about loss of biodiversity.
I'm happy with the new work. I'm focusing on producing appealing animal sculptures that stimulate conversations about loss of biodiversity.
November 23, 2024 at 2:10 PM
I'm happy with the new work. I'm focusing on producing appealing animal sculptures that stimulate conversations about loss of biodiversity.