Artist Profile: Joe Fafard
Important Living Artist
Biography
Nationally and internationally acclaimed sculptor Joe Fafard lives and works from his studio near Regina, in his home province of Saskatchewan, Canada. Joe was born September 2, 1942, in the small French-speaking farming community of Ste. Marthe, Saskatchewan.He attended the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg (B.F.A., 1966) and Pennsylvania State University, State College (M.F.A., 1968), was an instructor in sculpture, University of Saskatchewan, Regina, from 1968 to 1974, and visiting lecturer in sculpture, University of California at Davis, winter semester 1980-81.
He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Order of Canada (officer) in 1981 and the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Allied Arts Award in 1987.
Already well-known as a ceramic sculptor, he turned in the early 1980's to bronze work and in 1985 opened a foundry, Julienne Atelier Inc. in Pense. His work is in great demand and his commissions include both private and public funders. He has works in major collections across Canada, including the National Gallery of Canada and The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, and in numerous collections around the world.
Featured Work
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Title: Untitled Artist: Joe Fafard Medium: Ceramic Size: 11 1/2" x 18" x 6 1/2" (h x w x d) Description: In Calgary Location. Status: Sold |
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