Jerry Berta

I am an artist first and foremost. I love to create art! I am very lucky to be able to make a living out of what I love to do, in the name of art. I have created my own little Dinerland. Sometimes it seems to have gotten out of control. The main thing I have learned these last few years is, how lucky I am to be an artist. My process starts with an idea, then usually I make some small clay sketches, then I hand sculpt a larger piece and sometimes I cast a mold. Once the piece is formed, I like to draw on each piece and add details. All my pieces have to be fired three times. The last time is for the metallic lusters. I add neon to complete most pieces. Of all my endeavors I have come to treasure my time in my studio creating art the most. I am one lucky guy.