Statement

The subject matter of my sculpture has evolved and grown into several bodies of work. Many of my public sculptures are rendered realistically to represent a specific local hero being celebrated or memorialized by the community. This is where achieving an accurate likeness is important, rewarded by the emotional reactions of friends and family at the unveilings. 

I draw on this same attention to the expressive qualities of the human figure to create work that is open to interpretation. Often these sculptures have narrative elements that lead to a deeper consideration of our human condition. Zip is about the difficulties and rewards of finding camaraderie through collaboration; each figure depending upon and responsible for one another. In Progression, the figures are drawing from our accumulated knowledge and resources to move forward together. These pieces are intended to encourage a sense of meaning, purpose, integration and cooperation.  

Another way to inspire and galvanize fellowship is with joy and laughter. Back Country Bliss at Mount Hood Ski Bowl Resort, inspiring skiers and snowboarders to enjoy the snow. Today Was A Good Day is an enlarged hand holding a four foot tall polaroid and a playful nostalgic photo opportunity for everyone who interacts with it. The same was true with Dior Flowers.

Narrative sculptures have the power to bring people together, raise them up, honor the loved and make people smile. As a sculptor, I am grateful for the opportunity to work with clients to achieve their goals and vision while communicating these messages through sculpted expression and form.