Andrian Melka is a British-Albanian sculptor based in York. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Tirana and is best known for his figurative work in marble and stone, and for his freestyle approach to carving. Since 2018, Andrian has returned to modelling in clay, creating bronze portraits, busts and figures and experimenting with patination techniques as well as with ceramic sculpture.
Andrian’s list of prestigious clients includes HM King Charles III (his relief of Laocoon can be seen in The Royal Gardens at Highgrove) lords and well-known entrepreneurs. Andrian’s public work can also be seen at St Mungo’s Church in Glasgow, Bamburgh Castle War Memorial and the gardens of Chiswick House where he worked with English Heritage.
