Everyday is pure magic at Puzzlewood, but this autumn, after a successful visit earlier in the year, the 'Kodama' return to the woodland.

Puzzlewood is pleased to host world-renowned artist, Ed Elliott’s latest sculptural work, ‘Kodama,’ featuring more than 100 newly created, and many never-before-seen, sculptures

Found in Japanese folklore, Kodama are tree spirits that inhabit trees, and the term is also used to denote a tree in which a Kodama resides. As one of the world’s incredibly rare temperate rainforests, Puzzlewood’s otherworldly landscape is the perfect backdrop to Elliott’s art.

‘With this new installation of work, I’m pulling influence from the ancient Japanese arts and philosophy that I often channel in my studio work,’ Elliott says. ‘I'm creating a simple playful collection of sculptures to help highlight and celebrate the majesty and wonder of the forest.’

And while Puzzlewood would rarely find a man made object that can hold its own next to the intense beauty of the woods, Elliotts’ work is able to do just that. ‘We are so proud to partner with Ed. He brings a soulfulness and mystery to his art.’

‘The sculptures have a real presence amongst the trees and rare plants that is hard to put into words.’

Puzzlewood has always been a source of wonder and inspiration over the centuries, especially filmmakers of late, but this is the first time the art has been so uniquely incorporated into the wood itself. Elliott masterfully positions each little sprite into just the right bend of tree root, or cushion of moss to make the visitor feel there are wood spirits all around them.

The installation will open to the public on 5 September and runs until 5 October. With Elliotts’ work exhibiting widely across the UK and abroad, and the number of visitors limited to protect the woodland, this unique installation is expected to sell out quickly. Visitors are encouraged to secure their tickets online. All works of art will be on sale for those who want to take a bit of magic home with them.