Artist Statement
I have noticed significant growth and evolution in my artistic creativity over the past few years. Like many journeys, mine started on one path and has taken various twists and turns. Initially, my artistic expression was through found object art, but it has now shifted to sculpting clay for bronze sculptures.
My found object art allowed me to physically express real-life events and personal experiences. The deep connection I felt to these moments was visualized as images in my mind, which I then transformed into art. Recently, I’ve discovered that I can express this same profound connection to life’s experiences through bronze sculptures.
I am now delving into a new level of creativity in the sculpting process, from the initial maquette to the full model, which I craft by hand using clay tools before it is cast in bronze at the art foundry. It a deeply personal process, and I pour my soul into each creation.
Biography
Lynn Dodge is a bronze sculptor and mixed media artist located in Santa Barbara. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exhibit Graphic Design from California State University, Northridge. In 2015, after a successful career leading exhibit and graphic arts, Lynn chose to dedicate herself to her passion for mixed media art.
This background enables her to integrate technical design elements with intuitive inspirations derived from her surroundings. Her work has been exhibited in various galleries throughout Southern California, from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Additionally, she has collaborated with artist Karen Haub to create environmentally conscious art pieces.
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Currently, Lynn is focused on her latest collection, s.o.l.e. (State of Life’s Energy), which consists of wood cradle panels, inspired by a corresponding bronze sculpture. When displayed together, they offer a unique cohesive art experience.
The Tribute Project
Lynn takes great pride in the fact that her commercial artwork reaches homes and businesses but her true passion lies in her philanthropic art projects.
In 2001, she launched the Tribute Project, turning her vision of a helmet and an American flag into 343 bronze sculptures, which she confidently gifted to the families of firefighters who courageously lost their lives on September 11th.