Charlotte Ann Szynskie
About Charlotte Ann Szynskie
Charlotte Ann Szynskie, a distinguished sculptor based in Denver, Colorado, has gracefully transitioned from a successful career in electrical engineering to the evocative world of sculpture. Born and raised in Salida, Colorado, Charlotte's early passion for art was evident through her commitment to every art class available during her schooling. Although her academic path initially led her to engineering, where she thrived for over three decades, it was only after retiring in 2011 that she fully embraced her artistic calling. Enrolling at the Art Students League of Denver, she embarked on a transformative three-year journey that rekindled her passion for creating lifelike human figures in clay and bronze.
Charlotte's sculptures are celebrated for their realism and emotional depth, capturing the fluidity, strength, and beauty of the human form. Her adeptness in portraying dynamic human expressions stems from her extensive study of human anatomy, a discipline she approaches with the analytical precision of an engineer. This unique blend of technical skills and artistic intuition allows her to render sculptures that appear to breathe and move, evoking powerful emotional responses from viewers. Her ability to capture a model’s likeness with such profound accuracy has earned her a reputation akin to seasoned masters in the field.
Over the years, Charlotte's work has been recognized with numerous awards and exhibited in prestigious venues. Notable accolades include the 2024 Sculptor of the Year Award from Artavita/World Wide Art Books for her piece "Suspended Grace," and the Best in Show award at the Loveland Library Galleria in 2022. Her sculptures have graced the Amsterdam-Whitney Gallery in New York and have been featured in the esteemed Sculpture in the Park show in Loveland, Colorado, from 2022 to 2025. With each exhibition, Charlotte continues to garner admiration from collectors and art enthusiasts alike, further establishing her as a formidable presence in the art world.
Charlotte Ann Szynskie’s journey from engineering to art is a testament to her dual-hemisphere approach to life, where logic meets creativity. She aspires to reach her full potential as a figurative sculptor, continually challenging herself to capture the essence of human motion and emotion. Her sculptures, imbued with vitality and grace, stand as enduring testaments to the power of art to transcend the ordinary, offering audiences an immersive glimpse into the beauty and complexity of the human experience.