Exhibit by Dale Rogers

Art Walk Exhibit Expanded - ASUMH and City of Mountain Home

August 8, 2024, by Artist Dale Rogers

The Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH)-City of Mountain Home Art Walk features a unique new display of approximately 15 sculptures by the celebrated sculptor Dale Rogers.  

The exhibit showcases whimsical metal works of art and large-scale sculptures that ingeniously blend iconic and geometric shapes, all crafted from stainless steel and Cor-Ten steel. The Mountain Home Art Walk committee has chosen Rogers’ exhibit for his nationally acclaimed sculptures and his expertise in outdoor exhibit spaces.

“ASU-Mountain Home is thrilled to partner with the City of Mountain Home to bring this major exhibit to the ASUMH-City of Mountain Home Art Walk,” said ASUMH Chancellor Dr. Bentley Wallace.  “Dale Rogers’ brilliant and fun sculptures delights visitors of all ages.  This is another exciting opportunity for guests on the trail to enjoy art, nature, education, and health benefits all in one place.”  

Rogers, who resides in Massachusetts, is known for creating thought-provoking work that is sophisticated, easily recognizable, and that serves as a mental postcard for viewers.  “Stainless steel is a beautiful and versatile metal that can be finished in various ways,” says Rogers on his website.  “These variations add dimension and depth to the sculptures and have a reputation for long life and low maintenance.  Cor-Ten steel is commonly used by cities and the federal government to construct bridges and it develops a protective layer over time, offering an organic and simple element to the sculptures, while stainless steel adds a touch of pizzazz and vibrancy.”   

Rogers began his full-time welding career in 2002, though his interest in TIG welding and working with metal started when he taught himself to repair metal equipment on his family’s farm.  During his school years, he developed a passion for art but never considered it a viable career path to support a family.  He has balanced his creative impulses with the economic realities of marketing, selling, and transporting large, heavy metal sculptures. “My body of work includes sculptures for homes and gardens, which are displayed in esteemed galleries throughout the U.S. and are part of exclusive private and corporate collections,” added Rogers.

The unique work of Dale Rogers can be found in many public spaces across the nation and provides enjoyment to visitors who view them wherever they are found.  One of Rogers’ traveling exhibits, Big Dog Show, has traveled to 23 cities across the United States and raised more than $250,000 to support animal care.  His sculptures can be found on over 20 public school, college, and university campuses.  More than 100 public sculptures are installed across the United States and have been sponsored by local governments, private companies, and various non-profits.

More information on Dale Rogers can be found online at https://dalerogersstudio.com/ and on the ASUMH website at https://asumh.edu/pages/main/805/mountain-home-art-walk/.