Lundeen Sculpture

12/16/2022

Have you ever wondered whose handprints are imbedded near the Benson Sculpture Garden Pavilion? Wonder no more!

They are the handprints of five Loveland sculptors, George Lundeen, Dan Ostermiller, George Walbye, Fritz White and Hollis Williford who helped foster the idea of a sculpture show in Benson Park, back in 1984!

Take a peek at these local handprints, four of these men are still showing their respective pieces in the annual Sculpture Show!

We are so grateful for the vision these five gentlemen and others, who “got the ball rolling” to establish such a beloved place for so many to enjoy.

Artist and one of the original five, George Walbye, (in the black coat) is explaining the handprints to these visitors.

Sculpture on tne right : “Keeping the Ball Rolling”, Jane DeDecker, 1991

12/08/2022

George talks about the patina on the Stations of the Cross with a customer, showing how we get the dark tones and highlights in these larger-than-life sculptures.

Currently we are working on another set of the Stations of the Cross. The first set is in Gretna, Nebraska at The Cloisters on the Platte, which does allow visitors during certain times.

11/11/2022

Holdrege sculpture dedication ceremony planned for Veterans Day

Happy Veteran's Day!

There is quite the celebration planned for this important day in the Lundeen's hometown of Holdrege, Nebraska, including a new sculpture dedication ceremony at Holdrege’s Veterans Memorial Park. The ceremony will include a dedication of the bronze sculpture, “Never Forgotten,” as well as recognition of George and Mark Lundeen, creators of the sculpture. New granite benches and new veterans’ names added to the monument in the past year will also be dedicated. The Holdrege American Legion will lead a Presentation of Colors, and a rifle salute is planned. Speakers will include Maj. Mark Kraus IV, Veterans Memorial Committee co-chair; Mayor Doug Young; and co-chair Ron Tillery.

The 10 a.m. ceremony on Nov. 11 will include recognition of George and Mark Lundeen, creators of the new sculpture.

11/03/2022

'Now that's a Loper': Chancellor Kristensen dedicates new sculpture during homecoming ceremony

"Prominently displayed in the 26th Street Mall area near the west edge of Randall Hall, “The Loper” stands 10 feet tall and weighs more than 1,200 pounds. The bronze statue was created by Holdrege native and UNK alumnus Mark Lundeen and cast at Loveland-based Art Castings of Colorado. It was installed last month."

Mark Lundeen's new Loper sculpture was recently dedicated during a special ceremony over Homecoming weekend. Click the link below to see more photos!

The bronze statue was created by Holdrege native and UNK alumnus Mark Lundeen.

10/27/2022

Featured Art: High Five - Issuu

"Every child deserves to play baseball. That is the mission of Miracle League of Palm Beach County and has always been the goal for League Founders, Julia and Jeff Kadel. This past February, the Miracle League hosted their season-opening game along with an unveiling ceremony for High Five at Gardens Park. As the drape covering the sculptures was removed, happy tears consumed the Kadels as they laid their eyes on High Five for the very first time. "

The Miracle League is a special group that creates accessible baseball fields so all children can experience the joy of playing baseball.

Read more about how this special community group and how this piece came to life:

If art could talk, what would it say? The City’s latest artwork addition, High Five, tells a touching story about disabled children with big dreams and a devoted group of people making those dreams come true. Every child deserves to play baseball. That is the mission of the Miracle League of Palm ...

09/22/2022

Almost every sculpture we create here at Lundeen Studios begins with a live model. Most often, family and friends are roped into the task, and usually photos are taken for later reference. Digging deep in the archives, here is little Eric (son of Cammie and stepson of George) modeling with Jason the dog, for the sculpture that later became "Ukulele Kid". This photo was taken in the late 1980s, as Ukulele Kid was finished and in galleries by 1990.

09/18/2022

UNK grad creates new antelope sculpture, 'The Loper,' for campus

“This sculpture will provide an iconic place on our campus for people to gather,” said UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen. “It will inspire some, and others will reflect upon their experiences on campus, but for everyone it will serve as a point of Loper pride.”

Read more about Mark Lundeen's newly installed "Loper" on the University of Nebraska Kearny campus at the link below.

Current and future UNK student-athletes will walk past the sculpture on their way from the Health and Sports Center to Cope Stadium.

09/15/2022

10-foot-tall Loper statue is ‘centerpiece’ of new UNK green space, sculpted by alumnus

As former Loper himself, Mark Lundeen is extremely proud to have his new sculpture anchoring one end of the beautiful new green space on the campus of University of Nebraska-Kearny. Click the link for more, including video of the recent installation.

On the University of Nebraska-Kearney campus, Loper students are now strolling by “The Loper.”

09/08/2022

Wonder what we are currently working on at Lundeen Sculpture?

Here's a little sneak peak of what George and Mark are working on right now. Any guesses as to who this important historical figure might be?

08/26/2022

Join us in wishing these two Lundeen brothers a very Happy Birthday this month. Mark's birthday was on August 16 and George's birthday is today, August 26. Happy Birthday!!

08/12/2022

Our downtown studio is packed wall to wall with beautiful artwork, and we are so excited for tomorrow's auction! We hope to see you Saturday night at the North Lake Park Amphitheater.

The Artist's Charitable Fund Art Auction is coming up fast and we are still accepting all types of artwork!

If you are an artist or a collector who would like to donate a piece for our 28th Annual Art Auction, you can drop it off (M-F, 9:30am-3:30pm) at our downtown Loveland gallery/studio, anytime before August 12.

Lundeen Sculpture
338 E Fourth Street
Loveland, CO 80537

Whether you donate or not, we would LOVE to see you for a fun night under the stars in beautiful Loveland, Colorado on Saturday, August 13th. With George Lundeen as auctioneer, you know it's going to be a great time!

08/08/2022

Upcoming Artists’ Charitable Fund art auction helps support local, regional artists by bridging the gap in covering medical costs

https://www.greeleytribune.com/2022/08/05/upcoming-artists-charitable-fund-art-auction-helps-support-local-regional-artists-by-bridging-the-gap-in-covering-medical-costs/

The Artists’ Charitable Fund 26th annual Art Auction will begin with an art preview and refreshments at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 at North Lake Park Amphitheater, located at Taft Avenue and 29…

08/05/2022

Calling all artists and art-lovers!

Our auction day is approaching fast!! Our downtown studio is getting packed with donations of artwork for our 26th Annual Art Auction benefitting the Artist's Charitable Fund but we are always looking for more donations. Donations can be dropped off M-F 9:30am-3:30pm at our Loveland studio at 338 E 4th Street.

Even if you are not an artist, we hope to see you under the stars in beautiful Loveland, Colorado for our auction next Saturday night!

The Artist's Charitable Fund Art Auction is coming up fast and we are still accepting all types of artwork!

If you are an artist or a collector who would like to donate a piece for our 28th Annual Art Auction, you can drop it off (M-F, 9:30am-3:30pm) at our downtown Loveland gallery/studio, anytime before August 12.

Lundeen Sculpture
338 E Fourth Street
Loveland, CO 80537

Whether you donate or not, we would LOVE to see you for a fun night under the stars in beautiful Loveland, Colorado on Saturday, August 13th. With George Lundeen as auctioneer, you know it's going to be a great time!

08/04/2022

Amelia Earhart statue now stands in U.S. Capitol - Skies Mag

The monumental sculpture of Amelia Earhart we recently installed in Statuary Hall was commissioned by the Atchison Amelia Earhart Foundation, and they aren't done yet! A second version of Amelia is set to be installed outside the entrance to the BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art Amelia Earhart Hanger Museum in Atchison, Kansas. It is set to open in 2023.

"...the Museum will immerse visitors in Earhart’s pioneering life, from growing up in Atchison to the height of her worldwide fame. When complete, the Museum will apply to become an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. 'We’re proud to see Earhart’s magnificent statue finally standing in her rightful place in the U.S. Capitol and are looking forward to her ‘twin’ statue welcoming visitors to the Amelia Earhart Hangar Museum in her hometown of Atchison, Kansas,' said Seaberg. 'We are committed to Amelia’s enduring legacy that continues to be relevant today and will undoubtedly inspire generations to come.' "

Earhart is now one of only 11 women represented among 100 statues that comprise the National Statuary Hall Collection.

08/03/2022

Amelia Earhart statue now stands in U.S. Capitol - Skies Mag

https://skiesmag.com/press-releases/amelia-earhart-statue-now-stands-in-u-s-capitol/

Earhart is now one of only 11 women represented among 100 statues that comprise the National Statuary Hall Collection.

07/30/2022

An Amelia Earhart statue joins the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall

An Amelia Earhart statue joins the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall

A statue honoring the aviation pioneer is now part of the U.S. Capitol's National Statuary Hall. Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.

07/30/2022

An Amelia Earhart statue joins the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall

Amelia Earhart is now installed in Statuary Hall at the United States Capitol, representing the state of Kansas. She is only the eleventh woman to represent a state in Statuary Hall. It was an honor for Lundeen Sculpture, from right here in beautiful Loveland, Colorado, to sculpt such an amazing American hero.

A statue honoring the aviation pioneer is now part of the U.S. Capitol's National Statuary Hall. Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.

07/28/2022

Amelia Earhart Statue Unveiling

After many years, we are thrilled to announce that our monumental sculpture of Amelia Earhart was finally unveiled in Statuary Hall in Washington, D.C. yesterday! Created by Mark and George Lundeen, Amelia is the 11th woman to be represented in Statuary Hall.

"We were fortunate enough to have hundreds and hundreds of pictures of Amelia that we could go through and choose from," said Mark Lundeen. "We tried to pick a nice expression. She had a beautiful smirk on her face. And I think that’s what we’re known for as sculptors, to be able to capture that moment in time, where she looks like she’s ready to talk to you." -Mark Lundeen

You can watch the entire unveiling ceremony via the link below. The actual moment they unveil Amelia is at about the 16 min. mark.

07/28/2022

Thanks for sharing our new sculpture A Mighty Girl! Amelia is such a fascinating aviation pioneer! We are so proud to have her in the Capitol after so many years.

A statue of Amelia Earhart was unveiled in the U.S. Capitol today -- making the renowned aviator the 12th woman to be honored in the 100-statue National Statuary Hall Collection! Established in 1864, the collection features two statues from each state, which are selected to honor notable people from each state's history. The new statue of the Earhart, the first female pilot to complete a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean, represents the state of Kansas. At today's ceremony, Kansas Representative Sharice Davids observed: “You know, female pilots used to be called ‘ladybirds,’ ‘sweethearts of the air,’ and because of Amelia Earhart, back then, now and into the future, women who fly planes are now called ‘pilots.’"

To introduce kids to this trailblazing aviator, we highly recommend the board book "My First Amelia Earhart" for ages 1 to 3 (https://www.amightygirl.com/my-first-amelia-earhart), the picture book "I Am Amelia Earhart" for ages 4 to 8 (https://www.amightygirl.com/i-am-amelia-earhart), and the chapter book "Trailblazers: Amelia Earhart" for ages 7 to 10 (https://www.amightygirl.com/trailblazers-amelia-earhart)

For more books for both children and teens about Amelia Earhart's remarkable life, including "Night Flight," "Sky Pioneer," and "Amelia to Zora", visit our "Amelia Earhart Collection" at https://amgrl.co/2IzZCY7

For two inspiring books about courageous female explorers throughout history, we recommend "Women Explorers: Perils, Pistols, and Petticoats" for ages 7 to 10 (https://www.amightygirl.com/women-explorers) and "The Atlas of Women Explorers" for ages 8 to 13 (https://www.amightygirl.com/the-atlas-of-women-explorers)

For a fascinating book for adult readers about extraordinary female explorers throughout history, we also recommend "The Girl Explorers" at https://www.amightygirl.com/the-girl-explorers

And for more inspiring books for both kids and adults about trailblazing female pilots throughout history, visit our blog post, "30 Books About Boundary-Breaking Female Pilots," at https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=20960

07/24/2022

Over 2,000 Sculptures to be Displayed at 38th Annual Sculpture Show in Loveland

It is a show not to be missed!

https://retro1025.com/over-2000-sculptures-to-be-displayed-at-38th-annual-sculpture-show-in-loveland/?fbclid=IwAR3gLHLIPIfLZ9i8TDfbDysJMjXu1vrewHZehy7FichDn2cHJDa1-3n0Lso

The High Plains Arts Council is putting on it's 38th Annual Sculpture in the Park Show and Sale at Benson Sculpture Garden August 13-14.

07/22/2022

The Artist's Charitable Fund Art Auction is coming up fast and we are still accepting all types of artwork!

If you are an artist or a collector who would like to donate a piece for our 28th Annual Art Auction, you can drop it off (M-F, 9:30am-3:30pm) at our downtown Loveland gallery/studio, anytime before August 12.

Lundeen Sculpture
338 E Fourth Street
Loveland, CO 80537

Whether you donate or not, we would LOVE to see you for a fun night under the stars in beautiful Loveland, Colorado on Saturday, August 13th. With George Lundeen as auctioneer, you know it's going to be a great time!

07/21/2022

Eight Statues to Be Installed by Capitol Avenue Bronze, Before CFD

“As Cheyenne welcomes tens of thousands of visitors from around the world this week, I am full of pride that these installations will happen before Frontier Days. In less than a year, the face of the Capital City of the Old West is being transformed, because of the generosity of the people of this great city. Having these eight statues installed before Frontier Days will further highlight Cheyenne as one of the most exciting places on the Front Range.”
- Mayor Patrick Collins

Lundeen Sculpture is also full of pride to have so many of our sculptors be a part of the Capitol Avenue Bronze project. "The Aviator", a George Lundeen classic, is being installed this week alongside new work by Joel Turner and Joey Bainer, both sculptors who work with Lundeen Sculpture. These new sculptures are all in good company, with sculptures by Robin Laws, Joshua Tobey and Tim Cherry also being installed this week.

Read more here:

Tomorrow, the Capitol Avenue Bronze Project will install eight statues in downtown Cheyenne, including four historic figures and four representations of wild and marine life.

07/15/2022

A Long-Awaited Statue of Amelia Earhart Will Be Unveiled at the U.S. Capitol This Month

Coming soon...
She'll be only the twelfth woman depicted in Statuary Hall, after educator and civil rights leader Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was installed in Statuary Hall earlier this week.

A truly monumental moment.

07/08/2022

Legendary Western art exhibit opens in Holdrege

If you happen to be in Nebraska this summer, a new show is now open in the hometown of the Lundeens, at the Nebraska Prairie Museum in Holdrege, Nebraska. "Palette of the Prairie: A History of the American West in Art" pairs the work of legendary artists like Frederic Re*****on, Charles Russell, and Albert Bierstadt with local Nebraska artists like our very own George Lundeen.

See the article for more information about the show.

The Nebraska Prairie Museum is located at 2701 N. Burlington Ave. in Holdrege, and is open weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and 1-5 p.m. on weekends. “Palette of the Prairie: A History of the American West in Art” is free as well as admission to the museum, but donations are accepted.

The pieces are selections from the collection of David Wendell, a historian whose family roots trace back more than a century and a half in Nebraska history.

06/19/2022

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there, and especially to George, Mark, Nelse, Steve and Brad, the Lundeen Sculpture Dads.

"Promise of the Prairie"
"Harvest Dreams"
"Turning the Pages"
are all by George Lundeen.

06/19/2022

Dr. Sally Ride honored with statue at Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City

This weekend we were honored to place our Sally Ride sculpture at the Cradle of Aviation museum . Having our first finished sculpture of this destroyed in the January fire and with the short deadline to recreate and complete the sculpture in time, my thanks go out out to my fellow sculptors, brother Mark and good friend Joey Bainer. These two, along with our team, not only remade the sculpture on time, but produced it better than the first.
As usual, I lucked out again, by having so many incredible folks able to pick up the pieces and bring us across the finish line.
Our friend and project manager Steven Barber who began the project, raised the funds and made sure the project had a home. A special thanks to him and his production company Vanilla Fire.

As we celebrate Pride Month, we take you to Long Island where the first astronaut known to be part of the LGBT community is honored with a statue.

06/17/2022

It is always a long process to create a monumental sculpture like this one of Dr. Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Today she is being unveiled at her new home, The Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, NY. This particular sculpture was even more of a process as we had a studio fire back in January on the very night Sally had been completed in clay. That first version melted and a second version had to be created, and of course we had to make it even better than the first. What do you think?

Photos by Troy Warwick and Lunden Sculpture.

06/17/2022

Today we are unveiling a monumental sculpture of the late Dr. Sally Ride at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in New York.

This sculpture of Dr. Sally Ride is unique among public monuments as less than 8% of statues in the U.S. depict women. Less than 8%!

One of the reasons Lundeen Sculpture was so excited to work on this project was to help change that number, and show young women everywhere they are capable of amazing feats, just like Dr. Sally Ride, and that the accomplishments pf women are worthy of timeless monuments too.

Before the sculpture of Sally Ride was sent to New York, we invited a few young friends to the studio to show them the finished sculpture and give them a brand new Sally Ride quarter.

This sculpture of Sally Ride will now be on display for all to enjoy at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York.

Photos courtesy of Troy Warwick.