Artistic Background

Recognized in the local Irving, Texas community circles as a talented sculptor and teacher, Rick Deen has specialized in sandstone sculpture since 1994. His long-standing passion for various art forms, include drawing, painting and using different mediums.

 

Epiphany and Discovery

Deen's artistic breakthrough occurred in 1994 at Grapevine Lake, where he sculpted his name in sandstone. He experienced a moment of discovery while carving a unicorn into soft stone, igniting his passion for sculpture.

Irving Art Gallery

Irving Library North

Irving Central Library Exhibition

Artistic Development

Over ten years, Deen experimented with tools, sealers, and bonding agents, learning the different stone properties, evolving his skills.

He has participated in local art associations, juried art shows, and has conducted workshops for children and the elderly.

 

Community Engagement

Deen has volunteered at local libraries, offering classes and demonstrations, and has been featured in local media. His work and artistic contributions have been featured in:

  • The Irving Morning News
  • The Irving Rambler Newspaper
  • The Irving Art Association
  • Grand Prairie Arts Council Visual Artfest, a Juried art show
  • The Heritage Herald, a Publication of the Irving Parks & Recreation Dept. Heritage Senior Activity Center
  • Irving Central Public Library
  • Neighbors - Irving, a Dallas Morning News Publication
  • City of Irving's Northwest Branch Library 

 

Paintings and Sketches

In addition to Deen's prolific sculpting experience, he has created numerous drawings and sketches over the years experimenting with various styles including cubist, abstract, geometric art and many more. 

Friendships and Custom Work

Rick have been blessed to meet a great deal of people who have helped him over the years and who have been his inspiration for some of his best works of art.

Here is Rick with Dr. Malik, the attending surgeon who treated Rick when he had a 100% clot in the carotid artery. As a sign of gratefulness, Rick created a sculpture featuring Dr. Malik's business logo.