Misty Soderberg

I believe we are all born with certain aptitudes whether it is an inclination towards the arts, sciences, mathematics, etc. This aptitude is then nurtured through environmental aspects, familial or other support, passion & interest.

I was born to be an artist. My father is a sculptor & my involvement in the profession started from a very young age & continues today. Through working with other artists on sculpture projects & laboring in the bronze casting foundries, I've learned my craft, inside & out. I have spent most of my lifetime invested in this profession.

My sculpting method is like 3 dimensional sketching & that sketch is then refined until my inner voice says the sculpture is complete. Because of my background in foundries, I can then oversee & participate in taking the clay sculpture through the lost wax process & into bronze.

I am trying to embody in my work a fusion of different styles ranging from classical figurative to contemporary, southwestern & art nouveau. I want to convey some depth of emotion that the viewer can feel without having to be told the intent behind the sculpture.