Gentle Giant, 1995 Bronze, 12' high

Todd Andrews' career spans nearly thirty years. Internationally renowned, his magnificent sculptures have become landmarks in many cities and corporate headquarters throughout the United States. Andrews has gained national and international recognition as a leader in the creation of heroic art. His work is displayed in public and private collections throughout the world. In 1987, he received international acclaim through the prestigious "Gold Key" award, presented to the Holiday Inn in Buellton, California, which showcases his monumental piece, "El Rejoneo."

Andrews has made the transformation from teacher at Santa Barbara City College to owner/artist of TASCO (Todd Andrews Sculpture Company), located in the Sierra Nevada foothills in northern California. From his TASCO studio comes an impressive array of monumental sculptures which are not only aesthetically pleasing but which in his opinion, "immortalizes our heritage." While specializing in figurative, representational work, he also fashions surreal, abstract and geometric sculptures. Whether immortalizing our heritage or creating powerful statements to enhance magnificent settings, Todd’s work stands as a testimonial to his ability to preserve the past or translate another's vision into a dynamic, expressive work of art. In his own words "My forte is the ability to transform your dreams into an exciting reality."

Todd's versatility as an artist and designer adds a fresh and exciting approach to every project. Each work has its own story to tell and through Todd's ability comes alive and animated, speaking volumes to its magnificence, power, and drama. Whether it be his delicate, graceful Mermaid Fountain in Port De Plaisance Resort in St. Maarten or the massive and powerful Gentle Giant Monument in Nevada County, California, or his exciting, dynamic equine piece "Caballos", all of Todd’s work reflects his emphasis on detail. It is this attention to detail that makes each and every work so distinctive and alive.

In his capacity as a storyteller/artist, Todd wants his audience to feel the power, grace, beauty, and majesty of each distinctive piece. It is precisely for this reason that he looks forward to his latest venture with the Carolinas Stadium Corporation; six monumental panthers to grace the entrances of the Carolinas Panther's stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. "As the audience enters the stadium I want them to feel the indomitable spirit of the Carolinas Panthers. The general public, even if they are not art aficionados, will be given the subliminal message that there is excitement in the air and the team who dares to enter and does not have the "indomitable spirit" will be overcome and conquered. The panther is symbolic of power and virility and this work needs to reflect that athletic, indomitable and proud spirit Consequently, this piece is poised to be active and dynamic not passive. As you gaze into the eyes of the panther, you will momentarily be lost in the hypnotic trance of this sculpture. It will exude a feeling of power and passion." It is Todd’s passion for his art and life that illuminates everything his does, whether it be a monumental artwork or fishing for salmon in the Yuba River of Northern California.

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