John Soderberg

Art Brokerage: John Soderberg American Artist: b. 1950-2023. John Soderberg was born in Afghanistan on Oct. 13, 1950, as the third of four brothers: David, the eldest, Paul, who died last year, and Steve, the youngest. When John Soderberg was nearly 5 years old, the family left Afghanistan to work with the Technical Cooperation Mission in New Delhi, India. He began painting with his father's oil paints around that age. After another five years in India, the family moved to Thailand, where John learned teakwood carving. Soderberg later went to Washington state for college but dropped out and ended up painting on the streets of Berkeley, Calif., in the late 1960s. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1970 and served three years. After being discharged, he worked as a machinist during the day and painted and made jewelry at night. He and his wife Clarissa eventually moved their family to Flagstaff, where Soderberg worked in a bronze foundry and learned sculpting. He became an artist in residence at Northern Arizona University and was awarded a Ph.D. in humane letters. Throughout his illustrious career, John Soderberg created many masterpieces that will forever captivate the imagination and inspire awe. His sculptures seemed to transcend the boundaries of art, transcending mere physical forms and inviting viewers to explore the depths of their own emotions. The interplay between form and space, light and shadow, in his works created a sense of profound beauty that resonated with all who beheld them. In his later years, John Soderberg found his true artistic home here in Sedona. The breathtaking landscapes and vibrant energy of the region became the backdrop for his creative expression. Inspired by the natural beauty that surrounded him, John crafted sculptures that mirrored the majesty of Sedona itself. His works became an integral part of the fabric of the community, gracing public spaces and private collections alike, forever reminding us of the transformative power of art. Listings wanted.