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Various species of whales are modeled in the scale of 3” = 10 ft. of length. These are naturalistic depictions and with their typical coloration. Some of the features, like the ‘white mittens’ on the fins of the Minke Whale are used for identification.
These sculptures are suitable for use in science centers for admiration and comparison of the various species, and have the benefit of allowing visually impaired visitors to explore these wonderful animals through touch.
My first set of bronze whales consists of a Finn Whale (21” long), Humpback Whale 16-1/2”), Mama Right Whale (18”), Juvenile Right Whale (12-1/2”) and a Minke Whale (9”). They were cast to my models at the Green Foundry in Eliot /Maine in 2023. I am working on other whale species which can be expected to be available in the winter /spring of 2024. These first 5 whales are at this time available for sale at the Seacoast Science Center in Rye /NH (ending Sept. 4th 2023).
a bronze fin whale sculpture with natural coloration and naturalistic proportions in the style of a three-dimensional scientific illustration, mounted on a natural rock
The Atlantic Right whales, a critically endangered species, are honored in the bronze sculptures by Maine artist Thomas Berger
Puffin
When working on this piece, I became aware how important color can be in sculpture. What is a puffin without color? I carefully applied the bright patinas to bring out the bright ‘puffin colors’, but always conscious to allow the precious bronze to shine through.
When working on this piece, I became aware how important color can be in sculpture. What is a puffin without color? I carefully applied the bright patinas to bring out the bright ‘puffin colors’, but always conscious to allow the precious bronze to shine through.
The original plastiline model is carefully measured and proportioned to create a life-size representation.
The bronze is cast into the basin from which it runs through the sprue pipes into the body below.
The finished cast (front) is ready to be patinated. The plastiline model in the back is slightly damaged from the mold making process.
‘Halibut’ is a light-weight mixed-media creation of a life-sized Halibut. This tasty fish used to be a food staple, but over-fishing has led to its numbers dwindling.
My sculpture is on display at ‘Contemporary Currents’ at the Historical Society in Portsmouth /NH from Apr. 1 to Oct. 13, 2025
created from Styrofoam and ‘Aqua-resin’, and naturalistic painted with an airbrush
Scientific Illustration in Bronze, Aluminum and other Materials
