Robert grew up playing in the forests of North Vancouver, developing an early fascination with plants and forests. He shares a love for gardening with his wife, and together, they have cultivated a remarkable garden. Robert began his sculpting studies with a studio art diploma at Capilano University, a very hands-on program. He entered the world of film, working as a sculptor's assistant and learning from accomplished colleagues and classically trained sculptors from Europe, the UK, and the USA. His film experience included building sets, ranging from futuristic spaceships to Egyptian-themed environments and everything in between. While working in film, Robert often replicated elements such as trees, rocks, and caves.
Seeking to expand his artistic horizons, he took a break from the film industry and pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from the University of Alberta. As a mature student with hands-on skills, he effectively utilized his expertise to create large-scale installations. After completing his BFA, Robert returned to the film industry but found its demands unsustainable. Subsequently, he transitioned to working with other artists and established his own studio practice. Currently, Robert focuses on creating welded art, heavily influenced by the works of Katie Ohe. He has had the opportunity to assist many world-renowned artists in the creation of their artwork. He now works at UBC in the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, assisting students in the creation of models to full-sized design builds.