Geoffrey C. Smith (b. 1961)
Smith began casting bronzes from clay in 1984, after a successful career as a decoy carver. His upbringing on the northern California coast and later experiences in the wilds of Montana instilled a love of the natural world and a talent for patient observation of wildlife in its habitat. After moving to Florida in 1996 with his family he spends most of his spare time amongst the abundant wildlife that inspires so many of his works.
He frequently returns to Montana to work with his foundry. As their primary artist, Smith can work hands-on at the foundry to ensure the highest consistency and quality for his sculptures. Geoffrey has been honored with commissions from the state of Montana and from private and corporate collections. He is equally at home creating smaller pieces to capture a favorite animal’s detailed characteristics, as he is producing larger-than-life monumental work. His bronze sculptures have been presented to President George Bush, Vice-President Dan Quayle, state officials, and foreign dignitaries.
