Harvey and his Ecoarts Sculptures at Frugaldom

What AI can tell us about Harvey...

Harvey Mayson is a sculptor known for creating eco-friendly artworks using materials like driftwood and recycled items. His studio, Ecoarts, is located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, where he focuses on economical art projects within a rural setting. 

Mayson's sculptures often depict animals and natural forms, reflecting his deep appreciation for wildlife and the environment. He has completed various commissions, including sculptures of St. Thomas a Becket, Adi Shankara, and William Shakespeare for the IMOS Foundation, as well as a Belted Galloway cow and calf. 

Frugaldom is a rewilding project in Dumfries and Galloway that serves as a sanctuary and campervan/motorhome aire, featuring over fifty sculptures. Notable installations include "The Ghost Rider," a sculpture illuminated by solar garden lights at night, and various woodland spirits and animal figures crafted from driftwood and recycled materials. 

For a visual overview of Harvey Mayson's work at Frugaldom, you can watch the following video, created by our good friend 'Mac'.:

Wanders with Mac

What AI Has to Say About Me

Susan King is the founder and driving force behind Frugaldom, a project in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, dedicated to sustainability, low-impact living, and environmental conservation. Her efforts have transformed a once clear-felled area into a thriving sanctuary for wildlife and rescued animals.

At Frugaldom, Susan manages various initiatives, including tree planting, orchard cultivation, and the care of rehomed and rescued ponies. The site also features off-grid recreational huts, environmental art installations, and serves as an affordable stopover for self-contained campervans and motorhomes.

Through her work, Susan has fostered a community of like-minded individuals committed to frugal living and environmental stewardship. Her dedication to creating a space where nature and humans can coexist harmoniously is evident in the ongoing development and success of Frugaldom.

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Many thanks to friends Biffy & Aiden of @thehippybus on Instagram, whose words were also picked up and credited by the search that created the above report.

Storm damage delays plans

 

'Balius and Xanthus'

Storm Eowyn took its toll on Frugaldom's ecoarts sculptures, downing several important pieces. Hopefully, the immortal horses will rise again to dominate the yard side view.

'Sanctuary'

'Sanctuary' was felled, the metal posts being turned from the ground in the ferocious winds.

'Atmospheric'

The little mare was practically decapitated by branches when the gale force winds blew over part of the pallet fence.

Pallet fence

The main part of the pallet fencing remained upright but will need repaired or else pallets replaced.

We had hoped to begin basic repairs and maintenance in and around the yard and along the main driveway but this has been postponed until the sculptures can be made safe. We will remain closed to all except our members for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, I am desperately seeking volunteers to help care for ponies and goats, all are ok and survived the storm unscathed, we just need an extra pair of hands on site to keep up with the additional work now needing done to fences, enclosures and tracks.

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Frugaldom in 2025

What has 2025 got in store for Frugaldom's, happy hutters, wildlife watchers and regular visitors?

Exciting new opportunities are being created during these murky, dull, winter days of drizzle and fog. Soon, things will become clear when Spring rings in a few changes here at Frugaldom. 

Happy hutters will soon be enjoying all that nature has to offer, experiencing off-grid adventures that will create memories that should last forever. 

Environmental artwork will be seen weathering the storms as the rich green tapestry of the land is rejuvenated by summer sunshine. I promise you all, the sun is shining beyond those imposing grey clouds. The grey will clear and the brightness of stars shining in dark skies will bring crisp, Spring sunshine followed by long summer days. Get ready to be part of what is unfolding.

So many plans are being developed as you read this, most bringing improvements and opportunities to come along and experience Frugaldom for yourselves. There will be special concessions for those who join the Friends of Frugaldom support group.

Nature and wildlife feature strongly in our future plans, alongside the ponies and goats who welcome our visitors.

Being open all year round for happy hutters, wildlife watchers, campervan and motorhome owners offers the opportunity to observe nature and wildlife, even from your park-up spot.

The yard will be having a bit of a makeover to repair some damaged fencing and further improve drainage.

We have some track repairs to be done, improving the access, parking and turning points.

Vincent Van Goat will still be greeting visitors.

We will expect all visitors to respect several new rules that are being put in place but most of these are for the preservation and protection of the resident wildlife that frequent the numerous feeding stations situated around the huts and campervan/motorhome parking area.

The sculpture project has taken on a life of its own with sales of commissioned artworks contributing towards the improvements and development of Frugaldom, enabling the project to be open to all. Look out for updates in the very near future and if you would like to register your interest, show your support or get involved in anything we do here, you can join the Friends of Frugaldom group HERE

CAMPERVAN STOPOVER AIRE CLOSING SOON

After deliberating for quite some time, the final decision is to close our CAMpRA Rally Group  campervan and motorhome stopover Aire. This type of Aire, we feel, is no longer required at our location. It has been great meeting those of you who took time out of your travels to visit us over the past 4 years, some of you returning as volunteers, regular supporters and fabulous new Friends of Frugaldom. Friends and family will always be welcome to visit but from 31 March 2025, we will no longer be setting aside our yard as a CAMpRA Aire. Exciting plans are afoot for our pony partners, happy hutters and wildlife watchers so watch this space. In the meantime, the yard will remain open for no services stopovers for campervans and smaller motorhomes until the last weekend in March. For all those who say they want to visit, best get your skates on and make those arrangements sooner rather than later.

See www.ko-fi.com/Frugaldom for how to support our voluntary project.