James Michael Maher Sculpture

The language of the heart is brought to light in the work of sculptor James Michael Maher. In his bronzes the human spirit resonates with a sensitivity and veracity rarely seen in our time. Through masterful use of form, expression, and gesture, his art speaks directly to the viewer and strikes a chord that all may understand.

Maher’s ability to express universal truths of human emotion through his sculpture is built upon a profound knowledge of the human form and a painstaking dedication to excellence. His work is a powerful declaration of the pre-eminent role of the human figure in art.

Celebrated for his spiritual art and portraiture, in recent years the City of Presidents project in Rapid City has afforded Maher an opportunity to turn his talents to the leaders of our nation. The character and personality evinced in his sculptures take the portraits beyond a mere physical likeness of our Presidents, they indeed provide a perspective into their nature as men.

Maher’s major works include sculptures for the Sacred Heart Monastery and Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, South Dakota, SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Pierre, South Dakota, D.C. Booth National Historic Fish Hatchery, Spearfish, South Dakota, and Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri.

Jim Maher is a native of South Dakota. Born in Pierre, he grew up in Rapid City, and now resides near Belle Fourche with his wife and five children. A professional sculptor since 1989, he has been blessed with the opportunity to work with, and learn from several nationally prominent artists, and has been most notably influenced by his association with Dale Claude Lamphere. Jim Maher is a signature member of the Artists of the Black Hills.



The language of the heart is brought to light in the work of sculptor James Michael Maher. In his bronzes the human spirit resonates with a sensitivity and veracity rarely seen in our time. Through masterful use of form, expression, and gesture, his art speaks directly to the viewer and strikes a chord that all may understand. Maher’s ability to express universal truths of human emotion through his sculpture is built upon a profound knowledge of the human form and a painstaking dedication to excellence. His work is a powerful declaration of the pre-eminent role of the human figure in art. Celebrated for his spiritual art and portraiture, in recent years the City of Presidents project in Rapid City has afforded Maher an opportunity to turn his talents to the leaders of our nation. The character and personality evinced in his sculptures take the portraits beyond a mere physical likeness of our Presidents, they indeed provide a perspective into their nature as men. Maher’s major works include sculptures for the Sacred Heart Monastery and Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, South Dakota, SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Pierre, South Dakota, D.C. Booth National Historic Fish Hatchery, Spearfish, South Dakota, and Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri. Jim Maher is a native of South Dakota. Born in Pierre, he grew up in Rapid City, and now resides near Belle Fourche with his wife and five children. A professional sculptor since 1989, he has been blessed with the opportunity to work with, and learn from several nationally prominent artists, and has been most notably influenced by his association with Dale Claude Lamphere. Jim Maher is a signature member of the Artists of the Black Hills.


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