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culptor Raymond Gibby says,
“Being outdoors has always been a
rejuvenating experience for the soul.
And there has been nothing more inspirational
than finding wildlife while I explore. Growing
up with God in my life, I have viewed the
creation of art as an expression of gratitude
and praise for the outdoor beauty that has
been provided to all that experience it.”
Under the tutelage of his grandfather,
who was a landscape painter, Gibby learned
to respect the medium that he works in as
much as the subject matter. “For him, it
was as important to showcase oil painting
techniques as much as it was important to
depict a landscape,” Gibby shares. “From him,
I learned to not over control the medium so
that it can maintain its unique characteristics.”
These days, Gibby creates wildlife
sculptures in clay and cast in bronze. To
adhere to his grandfather’s counsel, he
includes tight details into loose textures to
highlight the versatility of the medium. “I also
spend a lot of time studying and appreciating
wildlife to generate the inspiration to
create. The overall result of my work should
demonstrate anatomic accuracy for a particular
wildlife species,” he says. “It should showcase
the qualities of clay, and also show the unique
capabilities of bronze. Whenever possible
I like to display the strength of bronze in my
compositions, not only in my messages but
also in the actual physical strength of bronze.
There are things that can be achieved in
bronze that are nearly impossible in other
mediums. But as I mentioned, the message
should be strong too. I hope that my pieces
aren’t just nice to look at, but instead my great
desire is that they sink deep and stir emotion
with the message.”
Gibby will participate in the NatureWorks
Art Show and Sale March 1 through 3 at the
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center.Driven, bronze, 9 x 6 x 2½"ARTIST FOCUS
Triumphant, bronze, 84 x 60 x 36"/gibbybronze @gibbybronze