Greg Robertson

Biography:

Greg Robertson was born in Albuquerque, NM, and received a BFA in Technical Theatre and Design from Eastern New Mexico University. After stage management and design work in England, he came to Santa Fe and began his sculpting career. Using recycled slab granite, he developed a different approach to creating art that is not seen in traditional stone sculpture. Today, he builds custom installations, large outdoor sculpture, water sculpture and smaller intimite works.

In 2007, Mr. Robertson attended the Sax Stoneworking Workshop with internationally recognized sculptor Kazitaka Uchida, Joseph Kincannon, and Kelly Jamison. He has several public works in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, organized the Pecos, NM Studio Tour and has been published in "New Mexico" magazine, "Santa Fean" magazine, and "THE" magazine among others.

Artist Statement:

Perhaps one of the biggest issues I think about, as a sculptor, is the importance of sculpture in todays world. I have always made things out of whatever I had; found materials, clay, wood. I have for years taken many photographs. I have built houses out of adobe and built theatre sets out of cloth and lighting. I constantly write songs and play music, and in the winter I intensely focus on strength and form, carving a beautiful line in fresh powder with my skis. These are all forms of art, personal expression with the intent of enjoyment either for myself or others. Seeing the fruits of my labor is very satisfying, but is there something more that sculpture can add to the world? I hope that my work can someday be part of a bigger picture, perhaps representing a more understanding human mindset. There are many ways to accomplish this, from custom installations with a specific message to using art as a fundraising tool. Art, really, is about an individuals relationship with a specific piece. For me the importance lies in creating something that can develop a relationship, either with an individual or many, many people.