Bret Price
American
Bret Price, an American sculptor born in 1950, is renowned for his remarkable large-scale steel sculptures. His works, characterized by their monumental size and intricate designs, have earned him a place among the prominent figures in contemporary sculpture. Price's sculptures are featured in prestigious collections such as the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Donald M. Kendall Sculpture Gardens, reflecting his enduring impact on the art world.
Early Life and Education
Price was born in Palo Alto, California, into a family with a strong artistic background. His father, Harrison "Buzz" Price, who collaborated with Walt Disney, played a pivotal role in encouraging Price to pursue his artistic passions. Price attended Pomona College in Claremont, California, initially pursuing pre-medical studies. However, a transformative ceramics class led him to switch his major, and he graduated in 1972. He furthered his artistic education at the Otis Art Institute and obtained a Master of Fine Arts from the California Institute of the Arts in 1975.
Career
Price's artistic journey began with ceramics, but he transitioned to working with steel in 1979, marking a significant turning point in his career. His sculptures evolved in scale and complexity, with some towering up to 35 feet in height and weighing over 7.5 short tons. Price's unique artistic process involves heating steel pieces to high temperatures using propane gas and then manipulating them with a forklift, resulting in sculptures that appear supple and fluid despite their rigid material.
Throughout his career, Price's work has been featured in numerous prestigious collections, including the Laguna Beach Museum of Art, the Long Beach Museum of Art, and the Dayton Art Institute, showcasing his enduring influence and innovative approach to sculpture.
Personal Life
Price currently divides his time between Orange, California, where he works at the Logan Creative studio, and New Bremen, Ohio. He has created several sculptures for his backyard in Orange, including a remarkable 11-foot-long zipper sculpture weighing 1,500 pounds. Price is married to Rae Lynn Price and is a proud father to his daughter, Erin, and son, Greg, who is also a talented glass artist.
Early Life and Education
Price was born in Palo Alto, California, into a family with a strong artistic background. His father, Harrison "Buzz" Price, who collaborated with Walt Disney, played a pivotal role in encouraging Price to pursue his artistic passions. Price attended Pomona College in Claremont, California, initially pursuing pre-medical studies. However, a transformative ceramics class led him to switch his major, and he graduated in 1972. He furthered his artistic education at the Otis Art Institute and obtained a Master of Fine Arts from the California Institute of the Arts in 1975.
Career
Price's artistic journey began with ceramics, but he transitioned to working with steel in 1979, marking a significant turning point in his career. His sculptures evolved in scale and complexity, with some towering up to 35 feet in height and weighing over 7.5 short tons. Price's unique artistic process involves heating steel pieces to high temperatures using propane gas and then manipulating them with a forklift, resulting in sculptures that appear supple and fluid despite their rigid material.
Throughout his career, Price's work has been featured in numerous prestigious collections, including the Laguna Beach Museum of Art, the Long Beach Museum of Art, and the Dayton Art Institute, showcasing his enduring influence and innovative approach to sculpture.
Personal Life
Price currently divides his time between Orange, California, where he works at the Logan Creative studio, and New Bremen, Ohio. He has created several sculptures for his backyard in Orange, including a remarkable 11-foot-long zipper sculpture weighing 1,500 pounds. Price is married to Rae Lynn Price and is a proud father to his daughter, Erin, and son, Greg, who is also a talented glass artist.
