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OTT JONES SCULPTURE
101 Wildlife Trail
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-9495
www.ottjones.com
sculptor@ottjones.com
BIOGRAPHY
Montana sculptor, Ott Jones, nationally recognized for his wildlife and sporting theme
bronzes has been a full-time professional for over two decades. His sculptures include a
wide variety of subjects ranging from various species of animals, birds, and game fish to
his fly fishing bronzes. His thoroughly researched sculptures are known for their solid
compositions and pleasing designs. With a strong understanding of anatomy
complemented by a variety of striking textures and patinas, Ott’s work honestly reflects his
fascination for his subjects and his passion for the great outdoors.
Growing up in Spokane, Washington, Ott's interest in art, wildlife and outdoor adventure
was kindled as a young boy. "As far back as I can remember dad and I were hunkered
down in a blind at the duck club, walking the fields for upland birds and wading the
streams fly fishing for trout. Because of these great experiences, I developed a deep
appreciation and fascination for wildlife as well as a lifetime passion for the great
outdoors. At an early age, I began drawing and sculpting the animals and birds I
observed."
Attending Washington State University on a tennis scholarship, Ott studied biology and
art. After graduation, he worked as a fishing guide on the Alaskan Peninsula for three
summers and one year in the Prudhoe Bay oil fields on the Arctic Ocean as a welder’s
helper. “Alaska with its abundant wildlife and vast wilderness has provided me with a life-
time of memories and inspiration. It has truly been one of the greatest influences on my
art career.”
Over the years, Ott has exhibited in several museums across the nation and participated
in hundreds of shows including Allied Artists Of America, C.M. Russell Show, National
Sculpture Society, Society Of Animal Artists, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition and
Waterfowl Festival. The winner of numerous awards, Ott has unveiled 38 life-size and
monumental sculptures over his career. He is a member of the professional organizations
- Allied Artists Of America and Society Of Animal Artists. Today, Ott, his wife Joan and
their four children live on five acres in the Gallatin Valley, outside of Bozeman, where they
built a home and separate studio in 2007.
ARTIST STATEMENT
“My approach to sculpture is not to duplicate nature, but rather interpret and convey it
through various artistic components, including inspiration, research, sculptural design and
texture. I must have a connection with my subject and be inspired before making a
commitment to sculpting it. It is crucial for me to know my subject’s personality as well as
its anatomy to accurately and honestly capture it in sculpture. This can only be obtained
through research and observation. I believe that the essence of a fine piece of work
starts with a strong composition and design. A sculpture must have rhythm and have a
strong correlation to other key elements including mass, shape, form, line and negative
space. How these elements interact with one another determines the strenght of the
composition and design. The fourth component in interpreting nature is texture. For
example, while texturing a bird sculpture, I am not concerned with sculpting every last
feather but rather sculpting tracts of feathers. I want the viewer to see the simple form and
structure of the bird's body. When sculpting, I may use a couple tools but my most often
used tool is my hands - I want you to see my fingerprints in the finished bronze which is
the ultimate signature of my artistic expression.”
REPRESENTING OTT’S WORK
Alison West Brown (Clearwater, FL)
Coeur d’Alene Gallery (Coeur d’Alene, ID)
Depot Gallery (Ennis, MT)
Paderewski Fine Art (Beaver Creek, CO)
Ponderosa Gallery (Hamilton, MT)
Russell Fink Gallery (Lorton, VA)
Sportsman’s Gallery (Atlanta, GA)
The Audubon Gallery (Charleston, SC)
RECENT MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS
- Anderson Art Center (Anderson, SC) Featured Sculptor
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Art Institute (Tucson, AZ) Society Of Animal Artists
- Bennington Center for the Natural & Cultural Arts (Bennington, VT) SAA
- Brookgreen Gardens (Pawleys Island, SC) National Sculpture Society
- National Arts Club (New York, NY) Allied Artists Of America
- Quinlan Visual Arts Museum (Gainesville, GA) Featured Sculptor
- Red River Valley Museum (Vernon, TX) Juried Exhibition
- Spartanburg Museum Of Art (Spartanburg, SC) SAA
- The Wildlife Experience Museum (Parker, CO) SAA
- West Valley Art Museum (Surprise, AZ) SAA
- Zanesville Art Center (Zanesville, OH) SAA
101 Wildlife Trail
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 585-9495
www.ottjones.com
sculptor@ottjones.com
BIOGRAPHY
Montana sculptor, Ott Jones, nationally recognized for his wildlife and sporting theme
bronzes has been a full-time professional for over two decades. His sculptures include a
wide variety of subjects ranging from various species of animals, birds, and game fish to
his fly fishing bronzes. His thoroughly researched sculptures are known for their solid
compositions and pleasing designs. With a strong understanding of anatomy
complemented by a variety of striking textures and patinas, Ott’s work honestly reflects his
fascination for his subjects and his passion for the great outdoors.
Growing up in Spokane, Washington, Ott's interest in art, wildlife and outdoor adventure
was kindled as a young boy. "As far back as I can remember dad and I were hunkered
down in a blind at the duck club, walking the fields for upland birds and wading the
streams fly fishing for trout. Because of these great experiences, I developed a deep
appreciation and fascination for wildlife as well as a lifetime passion for the great
outdoors. At an early age, I began drawing and sculpting the animals and birds I
observed."
Attending Washington State University on a tennis scholarship, Ott studied biology and
art. After graduation, he worked as a fishing guide on the Alaskan Peninsula for three
summers and one year in the Prudhoe Bay oil fields on the Arctic Ocean as a welder’s
helper. “Alaska with its abundant wildlife and vast wilderness has provided me with a life-
time of memories and inspiration. It has truly been one of the greatest influences on my
art career.”
Over the years, Ott has exhibited in several museums across the nation and participated
in hundreds of shows including Allied Artists Of America, C.M. Russell Show, National
Sculpture Society, Society Of Animal Artists, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition and
Waterfowl Festival. The winner of numerous awards, Ott has unveiled 38 life-size and
monumental sculptures over his career. He is a member of the professional organizations
- Allied Artists Of America and Society Of Animal Artists. Today, Ott, his wife Joan and
their four children live on five acres in the Gallatin Valley, outside of Bozeman, where they
built a home and separate studio in 2007.
ARTIST STATEMENT
“My approach to sculpture is not to duplicate nature, but rather interpret and convey it
through various artistic components, including inspiration, research, sculptural design and
texture. I must have a connection with my subject and be inspired before making a
commitment to sculpting it. It is crucial for me to know my subject’s personality as well as
its anatomy to accurately and honestly capture it in sculpture. This can only be obtained
through research and observation. I believe that the essence of a fine piece of work
starts with a strong composition and design. A sculpture must have rhythm and have a
strong correlation to other key elements including mass, shape, form, line and negative
space. How these elements interact with one another determines the strenght of the
composition and design. The fourth component in interpreting nature is texture. For
example, while texturing a bird sculpture, I am not concerned with sculpting every last
feather but rather sculpting tracts of feathers. I want the viewer to see the simple form and
structure of the bird's body. When sculpting, I may use a couple tools but my most often
used tool is my hands - I want you to see my fingerprints in the finished bronze which is
the ultimate signature of my artistic expression.”
REPRESENTING OTT’S WORK
Alison West Brown (Clearwater, FL)
Coeur d’Alene Gallery (Coeur d’Alene, ID)
Depot Gallery (Ennis, MT)
Paderewski Fine Art (Beaver Creek, CO)
Ponderosa Gallery (Hamilton, MT)
Russell Fink Gallery (Lorton, VA)
Sportsman’s Gallery (Atlanta, GA)
The Audubon Gallery (Charleston, SC)
RECENT MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS
- Anderson Art Center (Anderson, SC) Featured Sculptor
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Art Institute (Tucson, AZ) Society Of Animal Artists
- Bennington Center for the Natural & Cultural Arts (Bennington, VT) SAA
- Brookgreen Gardens (Pawleys Island, SC) National Sculpture Society
- National Arts Club (New York, NY) Allied Artists Of America
- Quinlan Visual Arts Museum (Gainesville, GA) Featured Sculptor
- Red River Valley Museum (Vernon, TX) Juried Exhibition
- Spartanburg Museum Of Art (Spartanburg, SC) SAA
- The Wildlife Experience Museum (Parker, CO) SAA
- West Valley Art Museum (Surprise, AZ) SAA
- Zanesville Art Center (Zanesville, OH) SAA