Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1922, Herb Goldman trained for seven years, beginning at the age of twelve, as apprentice-assistant to Samuel A. Cashwan, Detroit sculptor. Goldman attended The Detroit Institute of Art and a professional school, The Society of Arts and Crafts before graduating from high school in 1940. He then worked for a mold and model making shop in New York City gaining technical experience. After serving in the Navy during WWII, and being awarded the Air Medal, Goldman received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of New Mexico in 1949.
COMMISSION SITES Pieces/Projects are in New Mexico, Michigan, Texas, Calif., Kentucky, Arizona, Colo. and Africa. Ninety-four commissioned works are registered with the Smithsonian Institution's Inventories of American Painters and Sculptors.
Goldman has long been known for large-scale architectural and environmental sculptures. In addition, he creates free standing pieces, reliefs and wall-mounted sculptures, not limiting himself one material or medium. He has over 40 years experience creating site-specific projects
He has demonstrated extraordinary versatility in creating a three-dimensional style suited to a specific project, utilizing a variety of materials and processes. Goldman's contemporary style compliments any environment. | Click images for details. Click images for details. |
