JACKSON, Wyo. — On April 20, the National Museum of Wildlife Art (NMWA) will host an interactive sculpting presentation where sculptor George Bumann will take the community on an artistic journey following one of Yellowstone National Park’s (YNP) most famous wolves.
NMWA is partnering with the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative for the program, called Canines, Cake Pops and Conservation. The program will provide a live, interactive sculpture demonstration to explore how personal experiences in wild landscapes can shape identity and tie people to places.
Attendees will not only gain insights into the artist’s process and how to derive meaning from art, but will be able to visualize the importance of protecting wildlife and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
George Bumann (rhymes with ‘human’) is a professional sculptor living at YNP’s northern entrance in Gardiner, Montana. Bumann holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in wildlife ecology and has worked in the fields of wildlife research, taxidermy, back-country guiding and environmental consulting. He has also has taught art and natural history programs for youth, adult and university audiences for over three decades. Bumann’s sculptures reside in the permanent collections of the NMWA.
The event is Thursday, April 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the NMWA. There will be free cake pops available, and a cash bar. The presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m.
