The innocence of childhood. Memories, hopes, and celebrations. Expressions and gestures, preserved forever. The art of Dennis Smith, whether sculpture, painting, or assemblage, transcends time. Dennis is as much a philosopher as he is an artist. His work is a window into who he is and his views on life. His impressionistic style captures his exuberance for life and embodies his passion for transcendence; expressed through the spontaneity of children, reflections of the past, and hopes for the future. At the core of Dennis' work is the spirit of the human soul. We often see this represented through the innocence of childhood. To Dennis, the child is a metaphor for life. Children's lives, as they explore the world around them, parallel our lives as adults as we discover our identity in the universe. Each piece by Dennis Smith captures this spirit, still vibrant and alive, frozen in the moment of discovery. Bronze, metal, glass oil paint, pen and ink. Dennis Smith is an artist who doesn't limit himself to one medium. Although he is most widely known for his bronze sculptures of children, his airships and assemblages also portray his exuberance for life. Abstract and machine-like, yet whimsical and approachable, these pieces represent the imaginings of childhood. Dennis' vibrant paintings, essays, and poetry give you an even deeper look into who he is. They, too, express his passion for transcendence, often focusing on the memories that help us celebrate the simple, yet important moments in life. Born and raised in Alpine, Utah, Dennis continues to find inspiration for his work in this beautiful mountain setting. He graduated from Brigham Young University and attended the Royal Academy of Art in Copenhagen. Upon returning to Utah, he set up a studio in his father's old chicken coop and embarked on a career that would include sculpture, painting, and writing; gaining international prominence along the way.

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