About Me
Sculpting Your Pet is My Passion
Let me create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind sculpture of your pet that will last forever.
Artist's statement: Regardless of the medium, I believe it is only art which speaks truth that holds a lasting resonance with the viewer. Therefore, I do demand anatomical accuracy from my work. However, since art is an interpretation, I also believe my work is enhanced by incorporating a judicious degree of exaggeration. These are my goals.
About Me
Polymath Artist: I am an award-winning sculptor, illustrator, a former newspaper comic strip cartoonist and memoirist.
I received my formal art training at Montgomery College in Rockville, Maryland. There I studied a myriad of disciplines to include: sculpture, illustration, drawing (all levels), advertising art, design and cartooning.
Following art school, I served an extended seven year apprenticeship under master wildlife sculptor Bart Walter. I also studied under master sculptor Walter Matia for over one year and briefly under artist Phillip Ratner. In addition, I studied human anatomy, physiology and kinesiology for eighteen months which has benefited me enormously in giving life to my work.
As a result of my formal training, professional apprenticeships and consistent work, I've learned to search only for what's true in my subjects. By avoiding my own preconceptions and potential biases–while recognizing and resolving technical challenges–the souls of my subjects are able to emerge creating an emotional connection with the viewer.
Mediums
I utilize clay, wood, granite, marble, graphite and pen.
A Need to Create
My art results from a need to create and the feeling that I'm wasting precious time when I'm not. I create because I can't not create ...not for long anyway. It's something I am compelled to do.
We are all born with a God-given aptitude. Our purpose, therefore, is to identify, develop and share our unique aptitude with others.
Reach out to commission me, or for a list of available artwork. Thank you!
-Todd Lane