About 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.

The following is a list of of current gallery affiliations, shows, feature articles, awards, and museum purchases.

Galleries:

Mockingbird Gallery, Bend OR.
Trailside Gallery, Jackson Hole WY.
Settler’s West, Tucson AZ.



Shows:


Cheyenne Governor's Show, Cheyenne WY
Loveland Sculpture Show, Loveland CO
Settlers West Miniature Show, Tuscon AZ

Feature Articles:


Informart (Cover), Sept/2000
Art of the West, Nov/Dec 1993
Better Homes and Gardens Wood Magazine, Jan/1991
Southwest Art, Feb/1983
Awards
Gold Medal Artist Dan May Galleries, six consecutive years
Artist Choice Award 1992, Southwestern International Show, El Paso TX
Golden Feather Award 1993, AICA, San Dimas CA
Museum Purchases
San Dimas Western Art Show Museum Purchase, 1994
Greenhouse Museum Purchase, 2003
Basha Museum Purchase, 1997, 1999, 2003
Leaning Tree Museum Purchase, 2001
Cheyenne Old West Museum Purchase, 2003