About The Sculptor
James Herrmann has been creating works of art since 1965. He first began sculpting prehistoric animals for his fellow classmates while in kindergarten. Just like his own great-grandfather, he spent many hours of his childhood drawing, painting and sculpting on the small Ohio farm where he lived. As he grew older, his love of fossils and prehistory led him to the field of geology. Along with coursework in the sciences, James also enjoyed classes in art. He graduated from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio in 1983 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in geology.

James found sharing his knowledge with young people to be especially fulfilling. After several positions as a nature educator, James went back to school to pursue his masters degree in education, obtaining his degree in 1987. He currently teaches high school science. Over the next few years, he continued to paint and sculpt, following in the footsteps of his great-grandfather, John Hautz. After the birth of his daughter, he found his way back to sculpting. His daughter Maggie and now his son Erik also enjoy working along side their father to create their unique works of art. James enjoys having many of his sculptures cast in bronze because of it's permanence and ability to capture detail. An avid reader of science fiction, James likes the possibility of transforming imaginary creatures into life. He continues to discover new and exciting subjects for his bronze works. James' works showcase his lifelong interest in prehistoric creatures, his knowledge of science and his love of fantasy.

James has recently had his work shown at :
Inconjuction - Indianapolis, Indiana
The Kentucky State Fair - Second Place 3D - Centaur Warrior
Greater Hamilton Art Expo - Hamilton Ohio
Dragoncon - Atlanta, Georgia 2003 - Best in Show - Bolt from the Blue
Dragon Con - Atlanta, Georgia 2004 - Best 3D - Bolt From the Blue
Glass House Works - Stewart, Ohio - One Man Show
Friends of the Columbia Park Zoo - Lafayette, Indiana
Grand National Rodeo and Stock Expo - Cow Palace 2006 - San Francisco, California - Second Place-Sculpture - Veteran Bull (Bison)
Loveland Invitational Show and Sale 2006
Dragon Con- Atlanta, Georgia  2008    
Evening of the Arts- Hilton Head,  South Carolina 2009

James also has his work in numerous public and private collections.

James Herrmann, Sculptor
Herrmann Studio
Hamilton, Ohio
Ph: 515.604.3096
james@herrmannstudio.com

Thank you for your interest in Herrmann Bronze, any questions or comments are welcome.