David Mackay

My name is David Mackay. I am Thurso born and bred and work in Thurso as a Paramedic. To get away from all things medical I spend time collecting sea glass.
This can be on my own or with my family, but it’s just a great way to get fresh air and take in the Caithness views. I have seen lots of sea glass jewellery and two-dimensional art works, but I wanted to create something three dimensional, something more tactile. I decided to create something which reflects my local area and with the sea and fishing industry being so prominent I chose to create a fish sculpture. Although I enjoy my sea glass hobby, I am by no means the artist in the family. I have taken inspiration from my daughter Ava who is one of the Rising Artists.