Matthew Placzek creates sculptures that range from small pieces to large-scale sculptures that stand 90 feet tall. Matthew’s fascination with sculptural composition has evolved into an art form that is both meticulous in detail and free-flowing in design. His focus, once on monumental work, now includes large, multi-faceted sculptural installations. Through his sculptures, he hopes to evoke an emotional reaction – whether reflective or joyful. Each intricately-detailed piece offers an engaging, interactive experience, inviting viewers to walk around it, feel the different textures, and examine how shadows, layers and movement are created.

Born in Columbus, Nebraska, Matthew entered the world of sculpting at age 14, creating figures of wildfowl and nature he observed near the Platte River. Art shows and competitions followed, and as his visibility increased, his unique style was lauded by many in the art world. While attending Hastings College and Creighton University, he was represented by several art galleries around the country. To date, Matthew’s pieces are included in over fifty hospital, university and corporate collections.

Matthew and his wife, Kimberly who is also an artist make their home in Omaha, Nebraska. They are the parents of three grown children.