Photo by Kent Horner
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Karl Malone
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In 2003 the Utah Jazz commissioned Brian to create 1-½ life size sculptures of
John Stockton and Karl Malone for their home arena, the Delta Center.
The project includes several phases; the first of these is to create half-lifesize versions
of the final pieces. This half-sized version is currently in progress for Karl Malone.
This page details the progress of the Karl Malone statues. To see the work for
John Stockton, please go to his page.
Measuring Karl
Precision requires measurement
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Photo by Kent Horner
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Building Armature
A rigid frame forms the base of the sculpture. This armature allows for substantial
change in position when adjusted, but remains solid otherwise.
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Photo by Scott Frederick
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Roughing Karl
A rough model of clay is laid on the armature. This model provides a framework to build on.
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Photo by Kent Horner
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Early work
The statue in its very early stages.
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Photo by Kent Horner
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Full size clay model
The full size statue takes a large room to accommodate.
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Photo by Rachel Thurston
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Working on face
Minuscule details require attention at later stages.
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Photo by Rachel Thurston
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Working on ladder
Even working on the chest requires a tall ladder.
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Photo by Rachel Thurston
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Nearing completion
The clay is remarkably lifelike.
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Photo by Rachel Thurston
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Finished piece at unveiling
The statue on location.
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Photo by Brett Wright
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