There are artists and there are masters. Richard MacDonald will go down in the history of sculpture as Picasso did painting, as an unequivocal master of the art.
Only a number of people can master craftsmanship, far fewer, the art of the human form. Figurative sculpture is a language MacDonald speaks with astounding fluency, and as with any language, MacDonald’s creative drive is formed from a need to share the universal dialect of the human figure with those who understand it; this is the unique privilege the artist affords his viewers.
MacDonald captures the beauty, romance and essence of the human spirit in motion. Influenced by the expressiveness in the figures of Renaissance master Donatello, the emotional intensity of works by 19th century French sculptor Auguste Rodin, and the power of Michelangelo’s sculptures, MacDonald’s inspirational, sensitive works are precisely of the moment, yet profoundly historic by reference. And they dance rhythmically for all to see — in the leap and grace of the dancer, the power of the athlete, the gesture and passion of lovers, the spirit rises, and MacDonald captures it.
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$6,010
H 16.5 in W 13 in D 7.5 in
Study for The Rose: Contemporary Atelier Bronze Sculpture
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Study for The Rose, Atelier" offers an intimate glimpse into Richard MacDonald’s creative process, capturing the dancer in a moment of quiet introspection. Sculpted in her leotard, ...
Bronze
$8,170
H 13.5 in W 17 in D 7 in
Dance to Paradiso, Atelier Red Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, 2010+
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In "Dance to Paradiso, Atelier, Red," Richard MacDonald masterfully selects an exceptional moment of observation as two figures dance with utter trust and harmony. Her foot one with ...
Bronze
$11,150
H 17.75 in W 8 in D 7 in
Duality, Atelier Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century, Signed
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Richard MacDonald’s sculpture Duality, Atelier, originally introduced to collectors under the working title of Yin and Yang II, represents a principle that is fundamental to art from...
Bronze
Flight in Attitude, Atelier
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Flight in Attitude, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald captures a dancer mid-ascent, suspended in a moment of pure elevation and grace. The figure’s outstretched limbs and lifted gaze ...
Bronze
$14,175
H 20 in W 8 in D 8 in
Inspiratio, Atelier, Contemporary Bronze Sculpture in the 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Inspiratio, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald captures a powerful moment of harmony between two dancers—a male and female form united in perfect poise. With one arm each extended skywar...
Bronze
$7,085
H 21 in W 5 in D 6.5 in
Allonge Male, Atelier: Contemporary Bronze Sculpture, Signed, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
In his work entitled Allongé – to elongate or stretch - Richard MacDonald has sculpted the powerful lines of the male dancer, accentuating the graceful form of his body. Working with...
Bronze
$7,100
H 15.25 in W 11 in D 11 in
The Guardian, Atelier, Contemporary Bronze Sculpture, 21st Century, Unframed
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Long fascinated by the brilliant spectacle of Cirque du Soleil, Richard MacDonald has brought sculptures to life that have the intrigue, allure and beauty that has made Cirque du Sol...
Bronze
$11,300
H 15.5 in W 10 in D 8.25 in
Joie de Femme, Atelier Bronze Sculpture, Contemporary, 21st Century
By Richard MacDonald
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Joie de Femme, Atelier" by Richard MacDonald celebrates the strength and beauty of the feminine spirit through the expressive forms of two dancers in motion. With arms extended and ...
Bronze
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