Sculpture will last a lot longer than painting.

Charity work is very important to me and gives me an opportunity to give back to my community. I've always been a big supporter of many different charities, have donated millions of dollars to them, and it just feels great to do and be able to help others, especially children.

I cannot tell you how many people, powerful people, come to my studio and they are in tears they are so moved by what they see.

I create for artistic intent only and do everything from life.

I'm also interested in creating a lasting legacy for collectors because bronze will last for thousands of years so I'm not really selling the art to this particular collector but it is being passed on.

There is a connection between me and the collectors, and as admirers of the work they tell me about the differences the pieces are able to make in their lives on a daily basis.

You have to make thousands and thousands of drawings before an illustration is perfected.