James Simon

These Beautiful Giants have already become Icons in Pittsburgh.
Former Mayor Tom Murphy, Unveiling 2003

"Liberty Avenue Musicians" Liberty Avenue
Simon sculpts larger than life characters for public marvel. The embracing results look like folks you’d invite to join you for a bowl of lunch-counter chili----Simon indeed is some kind of artist!
Pittsburgh Magazine, Chris Rodell

"Uptown Rhythm" Uptown, Pittsburgh, PA
I was in awe of the magnitude of the sign! What an exceptional signature piece for the Uptown Community
Lisa Minor Duquesne Light, Pittsburgh

"Welcome To Uptown In The Night" Fifth Avenue at the Birmingham Bridge, Pittsburgh
The artist, James Simon, the person who sculpted the Memorial for Fallen Heroes - an interesting life, a great man - the right person for the job.
Bill Peduto, Pittsburgh City Council

"Fallen Heroes Monument" Pittsburgh, PA
Again and again, James has been able to successfully integrate the history of a community with its present circumstances to create art that is relevant, relatable, and remarkable.
John Fetterman - Mayor, Braddock Pa

"Welcome to Braddock" Braddock, PA
"Backyard" 305 Gist Pittsburgh, Pa

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For over 20 years James Simon has been creating a community-based and culturally significant body of work, ranging from colorful mosaics, to large-scale sculptural installations. His unique representational style speaks to a diverse population and...

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James Simon was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is a professionally-trained lutier and restorationist turned sculptor whose work has been interpreted as a fusion of High Renaissance technology, contemporary art, and primitive form.

Artist In Residency Vallauris, France

March 29, 2012

Artist In Residency -Vallauris, France
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