Bob Boomer
Coming from a long line of woodworkers and fine
cabinetmakers, Bob Boomer's own love of working in wood sprouted at a
young age. He recalls carving figures in this medium as early as age
twelve. Boomer went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Industrial
Technology, with a focus on wood, from Fresno State University. He
began a career in teaching, but eventually left his tenure to pursue a
career as a professional Sculptor. Something Bob has been doing now for
nearly 40 years.
Bob, and his Wife of fifty years Carol, have made their home in
California's Sierra Nevada Mountains, just south of Yosemite National
Park. It's here that he finds the exotic Manzanita and weathered Cedar
that he predominately works in. Bob's love of history, and respect for
the Native American People are present in his portrayals. "I sculpt
with the natural wood formations, rather than against them. This
balance with nature is evident in the subject matter I create. The
proud and noble Native American People stand in harmony with the
natural elements that surround them."
Over the years, Boomer has developed a signature style which sets him
apart from that of others in this very competitive field.