Embody Achievement Sculpture: Artist Vision
The carving “Embody” presents two idealized figures; a male and female. They are rising out of a crouching position, and reaching for the sun. The sun they are reaching for represents both an object to be held in their hands, and a “sunrise.” Essentially, this is a metaphor for embodying achievement—the dream of an expansive new day, is accomplished one goal at a time.
The female figure has her hand out ready to receive a prize. The man sees and realizes her anticipation; it is the reward for the work and dreams they have shared. The figures are idealized, because our ideals are what compel us to achieve our greatest potential. Individually and relationally, we support one another to create a greater good.
The two are supporting a brass ring, the symbol for striving for the highest prize, or living to the fullest. The medals hung from this brass ring, are the reminders of one’s dedication to an ideal, a realization of a goal—the Embodiment of Achievement.

Michael
Artist
Michael Bergt is the artist of Embody Achievement. See his work at Mbergt.com and in Santa Fe at NUART Gallery.

Jane
Website design and blog
Jane is a Certified Integrative Health Coach, blogger, and author of Choosing Happiness After Divorce. You can find her at Radical Aging.

Austin
Digital Media Production
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Steve
Sales
An avid runner, Steve competes across the world in many different events. Besides that, we’re not exactly sure what Steve does.