Edward Hlavka: Sculptor of Story, Spirit, and American Legacy
Edward Hlavka is a sculptor whose work has long been rooted in American culture and storytelling. He has dedicated his career to honoring legacies through bronze. From large-scale public monuments in Washington, D.C. to expressive figurative installations across the American West, his work is grounded in both craftsmanship and narrative depth.
Originally from Deadwood, South Dakota, Hlavka has recently returned to his hometown, where the rugged landscape and storied history continue to inform and inspire his work. His sculptures have been installed in venues as iconic as the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian and Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol, where his celebrated statue of Helen Keller stands. His portfolio includes depictions of U.S. presidents, Native American heritage, and cultural icons — each one shaped by a commitment to emotional authenticity and historical reverence.
Hlavka began sculpting at age ten, drawn early to the emotional power of the human figure. Over the years, he developed that passion into a body of work that blends classical form with personal storytelling — whether sculpting a statesman, a Western figure, or a symbol of cultural identity.
With deep respect for setting, symbolism, and the viewer’s experience, Hlavka approaches each sculpture as a conversation — between subject and sculptor, memory and monument.
I am available for commissions including monuments, custom bronze fountains, and portraits.
Please send me a message at EdwardHlavka@gmail.com
