Born in Deadwood, South Dakota, Ed began pinching clay and developing an interest in sculpture at ten years of age. His unique ability to portray characterizations delight the many people across the country who view and collect his art. Exactness of detail, whimsy and grace of figurative design are hallmarks of Hlavka's work.
He is available for commissions including monuments, custom bronze fountains, and portraits.
To read an article about Ed, click on the magazine cover.
Ed working on the Four Points turnabout monument in St. George, Utah. Click to see the completed work installed.
Ed putting the finishing touches on the Smithsonian monument.
Here he is with the Country Doctor. See the Public Art page to see the full work installed.
Ed receiving the key to the city of St. George, Utah, in thanks for his multiple bronze statues installed in the area.
Ed working on the Noni Juice Man for their headquarters. See the Public Art page for the cast bronze statue.
Ed with his daughter Tia Bella while working on the Smithsonian monument. Here he is working on the Sturgis Monument. Click to see the finished bronze sculpture.
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