Inspired by ancient Greek art, Paula is interested more in tranquilty than drama, in timeless serenity rather than in fleeting expression and emotions.

Paula’s clay to bronze commission works are mostly indirect sculpting, working with live models and other reference material to capture a moment in time.

While Paula’s true love is woodcarving she also enjoys the more versatile medium of clay, which allows her to achieve an uncanny realism in her work. Paula’s woodcarvings are all direct carving, working with the natural twists and imper- fections of the logs, bringing out the beauty of the grain and color of the wood.

Painting Again
Paula has picked up her paint brush, dusted off her oil pallet and, after 25 years, is now finding time for some fun with plein air painting as well as portrait painting in her studio.

Currently Paula finds herself enjoying time with her husband, Mel Kurth, at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico and their hunting and fishing ranch, Rancho Escondido de Chama, in Chama, New Mexico. Having studios in both locations allows her to work, fish, hike or even relax!