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Since graduating from the University of Pretoria, Taylor has plotted a trajectory that has seen him rise to the top of his game within the local and international art scene. As a student, Taylor took over the reins of a bronze-casting foundry in Pretoria. This brought him into contact with established artists, furthered his knowledge of bronze and other metal casting processes and taught him about the rigours of running a growing business. In a short space of time, he was able, with the help of the previous owners, to establish his own foundry, Dionysus Sculpture Works (DSW). He honed his skills as a manager of people as well as his moulding and casting proficiencies until he became a master craftsman.
Taylor's skill at modeling, mould-making and casting made DSW a much sought-after foundry and he casts for many well-established artists including Norman Catherine, Tienie Pritchard and the late Kevin Roberts. During the past few years, however, he has been kept so busy with commissions and exhibitions that there has been little time to cast for others, and DSW primarily works on Taylor's work. This, once again, shows his growth as a respected artist who is able to make a comfortable living for himself and the army of workers that he employs, trains and nurtures.
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