About The Artist
Virgil Oertle has created unique sculptures of all shapes, sizes and for many purposes. In 2013 he began to focus on unique, branded, mascot benches and sitting areas for fans to interact with the sculptures. There was something about his designs that made the tributes a destination point. His concepts perfectly incorporate the story and character of the parent organization, and are an enduring tribute to each of our beloved
masked friends.
Education
2007-2009 MFA Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
2004-2007 BFA Lyme Academy College of Fine Art
1996-1999 AA Utah Valley State College
Notable Awards
2010 Sandy, Utah Art Guild Best of Show for “Spear Fisher”
2010 2nd Place Springville Museum of Art, annual Spring Salon for “Carl Six Pack”
2009 Honorable Mention Art Renewal Center for “Monument to Rwandan Genocide”
2006 Walter and Michael Lantz Prize National Sculpture Society Sculpture Competition
2006 John Spring Art Founder Award National Sculpture Society 73rd Annual Awards Show National for “Time and Age”
Notable Commissions
2012 12' Aluminum Sphere. Utah Cultural Celebration Center.
2012 Cosmo Cougar Mascot Bench for Brigham Young University
2011 Monument to the 74 Philly Flyers
2011 Portraits of Deceased Soldiers for “Operation Never Forget”
2007 Portrait Relief The Community Foundation of Southeastern Connecticut
2007 Portrait: Gerald Freeman, MD, Branford, CT.
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