Great Contributors – Joan of Arc by Gary Lee Price honors one of history’s most courageous and enduring figures.
The sculpture captures the strength, conviction, and unwavering spirit of a young leader who rose against overwhelming odds. Through form and gesture, Price conveys not only Joan’s bravery, but the deeper qualities of faith, sacrifice, and purpose that continue to define her legacy.
At the core of Price’s work is a commitment to uplifting the human spirit. His sculptures are created with intention, designed to inspire, encourage, and connect people through shared values of hope, service, and resilience. In this piece, Joan of Arc becomes more than a historical figure. She stands as a symbol of inner strength and the power of belief to shape the course of history.
An internationally recognized sculptor, Price has created thousands of works held in public and private collections around the world. His large-scale monuments include Messenger, a 12-foot angel in Iceland honoring early immigrants, and Communion, a 15-foot sculpture of clasped hands in Tennessee. Themes of unity, compassion, and human connection are central to his body of work, often expressed through recurring motifs such as hands and figures in motion.
Price’s artistic journey has been driven by a singular purpose: to create sculpture with meaning. Guided by the belief that art has the power to elevate and inspire, his work continues to reflect a lifelong dedication to capturing the spirit of humanity and sharing it with others.
Website: garyleeprice.com
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World Peace – 2025
$44,000 – 30″ W x 16″ D x 50″ H – Bronze
Sponsored by Web Carpenter
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The dove of peace beckons as hands reach up in the eternal quest – that of WORLD PEACE. Will it happen? Can it Happen? Let us pray!
Harvest Joy Kids – 2024
$26,500 – 48” X 52” X 22” – Bronze
Planting and growing things is nothing short of magical. I remember as a youngster, planting my first marigold seeds and diligently watering and waiting. Nature did her thing, and I was ecstatic! And then as the flowers continued to grow and blossom, the magic has never left. This piece represents that magic; that joy that comes via faith, hard work and finally, the splendid results. Also, in creating this piece I was trying to create a great silhouette. I love sculpting children with arched backs, because it is such a great gesture. Having the boy and girl each holding a basket was a great way to not only achieve that look, but to have them work together as a team – kind of the yin and yang principle.
Ascent – 2023
Two Native Americans are struggling on the face of a jagged cliff. The one above reaches out and extends himself, grasping for the one below. The one below looks up and reaches out to receive the hand of safety and strength. Climbing the mountain of life we learn, grow and, hopefully, increase in wisdom. As we continue the trek, we realize it is not just about ourselves. It is then that we pause, turn around, and reach out our hand in assistance to those who can benefit from our travels. This sculpture epitomizes the struggle to overcome opposition and difficult personal challenges, and the absolute need we have for others to reach out, bring us in, and raise us up. Having grown up in the West and being a small part Cherokee, I’ve always had an affinity for capturing the spirit of my forefathers. I have aspired to create pieces that have depth. I have wanted to portray individuals of grace, strength, and beauty. Several years prior to creating this piece, I went through a series of personal crises. It was a very difficult time for me and yet, as always, I was taken care of. Several close friends reached out and lifted me up in my hour of need. While creating this sculpture, I reached within. I relied on my own experiences; ones that showed me that people really do care, and that our true friends are those who do not judge or shun us but rather reach out and bring us in. These are the individuals with complete grace, absolute strength, and true beauty.
New Heights – 2022
As I’ve watched our children and their friends catapult themselves up and down on those fun contraptions called pogo sticks, I couldn’t help but want to capture their joy and excitement as they master the balance and synchronicity of this fun toy. It seems very much in the mindset of Leonardo da Vinci to me; a simple but ingenious invention launching children off to new heights of adventure and discovery. My sons Zac, Isaiah, and Tyrone (and lots of their friends) served as models for this piece. It was fun watching them “pogo” hundreds of times without stopping as I photographed them. It was particularly enjoyed playing with the design of the piece and figuring out how to have certain figures suspended in the air. For me, this piece’s design is kind of an “explosion” of life.
Harriet Tubman – 2021
