Steven Whyte

Steven Whyte is a renowned sculptor based in Carmel, California, with a distinguished career in figurative bronze and portrait sculpture.

Professional Background:

• Born on March 17, 1969
• Currently serves as Director and Sculptor of Sculptural Solutions Inc., doing business as Steven Whyte Sculpture Studios
• Youngest member and former Vice-President of the London-based Society of Portrait Sculptors
• Opened his first US studio and gallery on Cannery Row in Monterey in 2003, later moving to Carmel-by-the-Sea in 20071

Artistic Style and Approach: Whyte describes himself as a "sculptor of people" who focuses on the human form. His sculptural process typically involves:

• Working with live models
• Creating initial sculptures in clay
• Casting final pieces in bronze
• Emphasizing emotional quality and narrative over strict traditional techniques1

Notable Achievements:

• Credited with over 50 life-size and larger bronze public figures and monuments
• Significant works include:
  • National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military in San Diego
  • Monuments for Texas A&M University
  • Memorials for San Diego Sheriff's Department
• Awards:
  • Voted "Best Artist" in Monterey County (2009-2016)
  • Sports Artist of the Year (2016)
  • Stanley Bleifeld Memorial Award (2021)
  • Recently designated a Fellow of The National Sculpture Society (2024)12

Notable Recognitions:

• Smithsonian Institution acquired his bronze bust of Congressman John J. Conyers Jr. for the National Portrait Gallery
• Work acquired by the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library1

His public studio in Carmel allows direct interaction with audiences, which he considers an integral part of his artistic process.