The larger works "Thousand Faces", came about after the concept of Joseph Campbell's book: "The hero with Thousand Faces". Masks have played a significant role in rituals for many civilisations; they embody the essence of naivety and spontaneity which children carry with them. They are not only symbols of wisdom equal to a higher being which connect us our ancestors, but also the direct link to the essential guardians who keep us united

Many of the faces in the large panels are made from 'found object' collected from various sites and places and even the side of the road. But each object, which is hand picked by Pierre, must inhabits a unique aesthetic quality, which await a promise of rebirth. It is only the refined eye of the artist, which recognises merit in such small things. Pierre Cavalan is able to yield to these humble materials and transform their utilitarian existence into works of art. Such a vision enables us to shift our conception of these objects into another level of understanding. These panels of faces represent humanity, tracing many aspects of human emotion, which we all relate to.

His young family, Claire (11) and Luke (16) also fabricate some of the faces.
The direct process of embossing, repoussage, texturing, hammering and stamping metal is a perfect instantaneous means to translate the impression of innocence and simplicity, contrasting so much with the intricate process of fine Jewellery making