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George Ray McCormick

Woodcarving and Metalwork
Milwaukee, WI

George McCormick, a Milwaukeean since 1950, carves award winning basswood figures and low reliefs in his unique style. He also does metalworking, creating large and small sculptures from found metal. In a program, George brings a variety of his pieces and can demonstrate carving techniques. He’ll talk about his life story and his journey as an artist. He can also teach a technique class but prefers not to teach carving due to potential injuries.

Program Formats

A general presentation. Includes carving demonstration and conversation.

Best for Ages

Upper elementary
Grades 3-5, ages 8-10

Middle school
Grades 6-8, ages 11-13

High school
Grades 9-12, ages 14-18

Adults, ages 18 and up

Mixed audiences of any age

Costs

Artist fee:

$300

Expenses:

mileage

Program Needs:
Microphone if in large space, table, chair. If hands-on workshop, will need clay.

Availability:
Willing to travel up to 100 miles.

Past Venues:

  • Charles Allis Art Show, Milwaukee, WI
  • Midwest Folklife Festival, Dodgeville, WI 2002
  • Howard Finster Fest, Summerville, GA 2001
  • Kentuck Festival of the Arts, Northport, AL 2001
  • Chiba People’s Day Festival, Chiba City, Japan, 1999
  • Wisconsin Folklife Festival, Madison, 1998
  • Smithsonian Folklife Festival, Washington D.C., 1998

Contact:
George Ray McCormick
3324 North Teutonia
Milwaukee, WI 53206
414/562-8787
Best to contact after 5 PM

last updated: 02/10/2009   

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