Sophie Clague’s work centers on the use of everyday materials such as wood, paper, and plastic, using the specific qualities of these materials to guide both concept and creative process. Paper, in particular, plays a central role in their practice due to its accessibility and versatility. By exploring how a simple sheet of paper can be folded into structural, three-dimensional forms, the artist engages with ideas of impermanence creating works that can be easily collapsed, transported and reassembled.

Their sculptural practice acts as a bridge between two-dimensional media like drawing and painting and the structural possibilities of three-dimensional form. Through this material-focused approach, Clague invites viewers to reconsider the everyday, emphasizing how common materials can create complex and meaningful experiences. The work often reflects on themes of adaptability and the beauty found in the temporary.

Ultimately, their work aims to highlight the interaction between materials, space, and form, inviting viewers to consider how the ordinary can become extraordinary when approached with curiosity and experimentation.