Artist's Statement John Wiles is a Toronto Sculptor, born in Northhampton, England. Wiles uses a sense of humour as he investigates the dark and light side of life and death. His work explores humanity's relationship with itself and its environment, including the telestic planes. Wiles believes that as a race we will face extinction unless we take responsibility for our actions and are accountable to each other for them. If we are answerable for our behaviour as individuals, there is a better chance that our governments and institutions will behave likewise. Only then can we live in harmony with the environment. His use of the electric kettle, a distinctively Canadian appliance, acts as a catalyst that melds two aspects of the same idea. One image is dependent on the other.