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Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

American, b. 1942
Born in northern Wisconsin on August 28, 1942, Gerald Balciar had an early interest in art beginning in grade school. His art is noted for its readily identifiable artistic style which is grounded in an in-depth knowledge of animals. For reference, he works from his extensive library of wildlife material which includes photos, magazine clippings, books, and numerous study casts and measurements. He also uses live models as an invaluable aid in his sculptures and receives excellent cooperation from zoologists and wildlife organizations. Balciar is involved in the creative process of bronze making from the beginning to end. He works his original sculpture in wax or clay and then personally makes his own molds and chases his own waxes. Once the bronze is cast at the foundry, he does the welding and metal chasing and then applies the patina and finishing touches to each bronze. While doing an 18′ bronze elk in 1982, he devised a point up system that revolutionized the traditional enlargement process. His largest sculpture to date is a 20′ bronze moose, “Centennial,” which was installed at Mooseheart, Illinois, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Loyal Order of Moose in 1988. His largest marble carving is an 18′, 16,000 lb. cougar, “Canyon Princess,” which was installed at the Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City in June, 1995. He is a fellow of the National Sculpture Society and a member of the Society of Animal Artists, Allied Artists of America, and Northwest Rendezvous Group. He has won several awards including nine from the National Sculpture Society, and he is listed in the Who’s Who in American Art, Who’s Who in the West, and the Directory of American Sculptors. He has taught at the Scottsdale Artists School, Art Students League of Denver, and Loveland Academy of Fine Arts. Balciar’s most prestigious award is the Prix de West received in 1985 from the National Academy of Western Art at the Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City for his marble.
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Artist: Gerald Balciar
Fly Away

Fly Away

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 45/75

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Redbud Ramble
Redbud Ramble

Redbud Ramble

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original bronze sculpture by artist Gerald Balciar. Edition 36/45.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

New Generation

New Generation

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original bronze sculpture by artist Gerald Balciar. Edition 24/100.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bit of Sun

Bit of Sun

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 25/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Alpine Pikas

Alpine Pikas

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 28/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Scamper

Scamper

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original bronze sculpture by artist Gerald Balciar. Edition 17/100.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Elegance

Elegance

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 70/75

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Hollyhocks & Hummers

Hollyhocks & Hummers

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 37/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Drifting Down The River

Drifting Down The River

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 17/75

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

To Catch a Scent

To Catch a Scent

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 33/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Cotton Tails

Cotton Tails

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 91/100

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Trumpeter Pond

Trumpeter Pond

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 6/30

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Garden Club

Garden Club

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 5/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Stop Look Listen

Stop Look Listen

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 12/45

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Shade Tree

Shade Tree

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 46/100

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Busy Beavers

Busy Beavers

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 54/100

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Cactus Run

Cactus Run

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 92/100

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Breakin' Out

Breakin' Out

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original bronze sculpture by artist Gerald Balciar. Edition 47/75.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Elegance

Elegance

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Bronze sculpture engraved with the Artist's signature and edition number. 70/75

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Saguaro Home

Saguaro Home

By Gerald Balciar

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original bronze sculpture by artist Gerald Balciar. Edition 20/100.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Gerald Balciar Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

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