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Author: Craig Bergsgaard

Research: The Key to My Inspiration for “Recounting the Coup”

A brief look into how I use history to develop my western sculpture. One of the most frequent questions I get from clients is “How do you get your inspiration?” The answer is two-fold: I take my broad interest in the stories behind the 1840s-1920 American West expansion and then pair it with research to…
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Early Preview: Recounting the Coup Full Figure

Exploring the Sioux warrior with full accoutrements COLLECTOR UPDATE: This piece has now been cast. You can see it in bronze here: Recounting the Coup Full Figure When I made Recounting the Coup, I knew I had created a special piece. One reason I knew this is because I kept thinking about the man depicted…
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NEW in clay: Recounting the Coup half-life-size bust

My popular Sioux bust is now available in half-life-size You asked, so I listened! I am pleased to announce Recounting the Coup (Half-Life Bust). So many of my clients loved Recounting the Coup, but did not have room for a full-size bust. This new version measures approximately 15″ tall, perfect for smaller niches or atop…
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Opening Night at the Booth Museum of Western Art

Last week was one of the highlights of my professional career with the unveiling of my sculpture, Memorare, Sand Creek 1864 at the Booth Museum of Western Art. We had a great turnout, with 60 people in attendance (who came in a Georgia downpour) – including one couple who drove from Chattanooga to see the…
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“Memorare, Sand Creek 1864” Museum Opening at the Booth Museum

Sand Creek Massacre Remembered in Sculpture and Film at Georgia’s Booth Western Art Museum January 21, 2010