Allen & Patty Eckman

The Eckmans are the inventors of their precise process. Eckman Method® of Cast Paper Sculpture is a proprietary trademark. Since 1988, Patty and Allen have developed and perfected the medium of cast paper far beyond any other artists in the world. It takes a great amount of time and experience to create each piece. Some works are so painstakingly detailed; they can take many months to complete. The cast paper process is similar to the cast bronze method in many ways. Of course, the finished cast paper product is white, lightweight, and can have an enormous amount of detail due to its properties and the artists’ own inventiveness. Their work is considered by many critics to be the premier of the industry. Since the paper is acid-free, the sculptures are all museum quality.

“We have really enjoyed the development of our fine art techniques over the years, and have created a process that is worth sharing, said Allen Eckman. “We believe there are many artists and sculptors who will enjoy this medium as much as we have.” Allen discovered the medium as an art director while photographing a brochure. He instantly recognized the purity, warmth, and most of all, the possibilities this medium had to offer. So they set out on a whole new career path, opening up an exciting and different world for both of them: the fine art of cast paper sculpture“I really am interested in the Indian’s materials, physical and spiritual culture and that whole period of our nation’s history, which I find fascinating,” he continued. “From the western expansion, through the Civil War and beyond is of great interest to me.” In harmonious contrast, Patty has a great interest in wildlife, birds and flowers in particular. “Ever since I was a child I have had a great appreciation of wildlife, said Patty. “I can sit for hours and watch the birds come to my feeder. When I look at a flower I don’t see just color, I see form and grace. Wonderful shapes that the color tries to overpower.” Patty also has a deep interest in the Native American culture, and since the year 2000 has been sculpting beautiful Indian women and children. On large complicated and detailed works the couple often works together, both signing the piece when completed

The Eckmans have resided in Rapid City, South Dakota since 1992. Their home and studio are in the beautiful Black Hills. There, the couple finds inspiration everywhere. The wildlife, the history, the climate and the spirituality of their lives provide Patty and Allen with an enormous amount of creative direction.

Buffalo Pipe
Buffalo Pipe

Allen Eckman
Cast Paper Sculpture
14"H x 34" w x 4"D
$1,800 read more →

Lakota Woman with Child
Lakota Woman with Child

Patty Eckman
Cast Paper Sculpture
24.5"H x 18.5"W x 5.75"D
$3,800 read more →

Learning to Pray
Learning to Pray

Patty Eckman
Cast Paper Sculpture
14"H x 16.5"W x 11"D
$4,200 read more →

Paper to Bronze
Paper to Bronze

Allen & Patty Eckman
Blessing the Journey read more →