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As one of only
a handful of Dutch sporting artists, Cary J. van Dansik specializes
in equine bronze portraiture and bronze sculpture. By the age of
three, van Dansik was already drawing horses in such a special way,
that it was noticed by his. His parents were informed of Van
Dansik’s special talent, and it was suggested that he be given
special training. However, coming from a long line of butchers, van
Dansik’s father decided it was better to provide his son with a
solid and secure trade and nothing could change his mind. So for
several years van Dansik labored as a butcher. Van Dansik said,
"When my Father decided not to send me to the Academy of Art, I was
both sad and angry, but now I’m grateful he didn’t. The lessons I
have learned individually, by analyzing and studying, can not be
taught at through any formal education!” The famous English painter,
George Stubbs, was an excellent role model for van Dansik. “George
Stubbs used to take his dead horse into his studio and study its
anatomy. It was easy for me to understand why he did so, because it
has been essential for me to learn the structures and the function
of all the bones, muscles and what makes the movements of this
wonderful creature possible!”
Being self-taught, van Dansik learned the hard way. Over time, he
discovered his own strengths and eventually developed his own style.
In addition to Stubbs, other classical artists such as Rodin and
Mene were of import influence. Since the early eighties, van Dansik
has produced over thirty bronze editions of horses from desk size
sculptures to life-size statues. Van Dansik’s limited bronze
editions of six to fifteen horse sculptures are all genuine
collectors’ items, ensuring that his clientele throughout the U.S.A,
Europe and the Middle East are guaranteed valuable pieces with
lasting beauty. To the very discerning customer, his one-of-a-kind
bronze pieces are of special value and timeless beauty. Van Dansik’s
work is often referred to as classic, precious, and timeless, the
very same qualities as his favorite subject, the Arabian Horse. |
