This piece captures the natural play that is part of how young orangutans (and young humans) learn how to be a successful part of a family unit. Like us, these animals have complex social emotions and interactions, curiosity about the world around them, and a sense of humor. What do you think these two young…

From the artist:  I chose the Heron because of its graceful lines and decided on a powerful, upward-looking pose. I loved how the wings looked like a heart as I began sculpting them, thus the name “Hearts Unfolding.”  Art Deco is one of my favorite design styles because of its sharp lines and crisp angles.…

From the Artist: “Roxy is sassy and playful, and she grabs so much attention wherever she is displayed. Her pose was inspired by a fox I saw leaning back, scratching, with her head slightly tilted in an almost curious way. I loved interpreting this pose with strong sharp angles moving into flowing curves. As I…

American Alligator was cast in silicon bronze right in the artist’s personal foundry, which he has operated with his father since 1983.The variation in colors on this artwork was achieved through the formation of patina, which is caused by the reaction of some metal surfaces to chemicals. The process can occur naturally over time, or…

Box Turtle II was cast in silicon bronze in the artist’s personal foundry, which he has operated with his father since 1983. Turtles are another animal that features widely in traditional art and mythology. In India, and among east coast Native American tribes, such as the Iroquois and Lenape, a giant turtle or tortoise is…

“Stalking Fox” was cast in silicon bronze in the artist’s personal foundry, which he has operated with his father since 1983. Silicon bronze has a higher copper content and a more copper color than regular bronze, which works really well for the underlying color of this fox. Notice the color variation, which is due to…

Spilling the Wind was cast in silicon bronze in the artist’s personal foundry, which he has operated with his father since 1983. Since Roman times, the eagle in art has been a symbol of power and clear vision. Here the artist has placed the eagle in an almost vertical soaring motion. One wing reaches heavenward…