Michael Craig Sherrill
A Life Rooted in Material: The Sculptural World of Michael Craig Sherrill
Michael Craig Sherrill, born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1954, is an American artist whose journey has been one of continuous exploration and refinement—a testament to the power of self-discovery through material. Though largely self-taught, his artistic lineage traces a fascinating path from functional pottery to the captivating abstract sculptures he’s celebra
ted for today. Sherrill's early life was steeped in a maker’s ethos; growing up alongside his inventor father’s workshop instilled within him an innate curiosity and a deep respect for the transformative potential of raw materials. This formative environment, filled with the scent of metal and the energy of creation, laid the groundwork for a career defined by innovation and tactile mastery. A move to the western North Carolina mountai…
