Where can I find a good (reasonably priced) freelance artist in lifesize Sculpture?
I am looking for a freelance artist for my church to create a statue of St. Michael. Can use various materials, such as clay, stone, wood etc. And we need it to be unique (not a copycat) plus more in the appearance of a mighty warrior (not mistaken as a cute fairyish angel) Church funds are limited. But it shall be viewed by many people within the United States and Canada since we are in the US yet only 7 miles from the boarder so we have a bi-national congregation. If you plan to have life size depending on the material shipping can turn out very expensive. Apart from potential problems with shipping it would be best for social interactions and community spirit to work with a local artist. Usually newspapers or weekly event papers have some column: “call for artists” where you can describe what you need. You could have a competition for it, where you can pick among the entries the proposal you like best, which is the usual way to go. Otherwise you could talk to the art editor of your
