Sleeping Giants
by Fred Dobbs
Description
About Fred Dobbs
Dates
Dublin, Ireland, 1958
Biography
Fred Dobbs attended Victoria College of Art - Fine Arts and Camosun College - Commercial Art studies and later turned his attention to sculpture by way of the beach. For eight years, Dobbs practiced as a competitive sand sculptor, winning Canadian, US and World Championship titles.
Resume
Dobbs continues to work in sand sculpture and also works extensively with concrete and bronze to create his sculptures. His work can be found in Sooke, Langford, Surrey and Saanich.
Details
Artwork Type
Sculpture
Year Unveiled
2016
Site
Oak Bay Avenue - Municipal Hall
Artwork Category
Civic Public Art
Artwork Selection Process
Civic: Acquisition by Council
Location
Oak Bay