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 thirty years.
Bob, and his Wife of forty 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 nobile 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 Trailside Gallery, Jackson Hole WY. Dan May Galleries, Scottsdale AZ Spirits In The Wind Gallery, Golden CO. Lee Youngman Gallery, Calistoga CA El Prisidio Gallery, Tuscon AZ Shows Peppertree Ranch, Santa Ynez CA Cheyenne Governor's Show, Cheyenne WY C.M. Russell, Great Falls Montana Settlers West Miniature Show, Tuscon AZ Greenhouse Museum, San Antonio TX 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
