Fall 2018

Sarah is approached by The Frederick Art Club to be the sculptor for the Claire McCardell Project, The next year would be spent refining the vision, understanding the process, and fundraising.

Spring 2019

Sarah meets with the model to work out ideas and get photo references to begin the maquette. Research trips to Historical Society, Hood College, and the Maryland History Museum as well as Italy

Summer 2019

Sculpted scale model to present to the client for approval. Shot a promotional video for fundraising and hosted the first fundraising event. 

September 2019

Attended meetings with city officials to discuss planning and zoning. Interviewed for Frederick Magazine article.

October 2019

Big fundraising Gala and model unveiling with the Historical Society, Patrons, and City Officials

November 2019

Work on 1/2 scale model begins

March 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused lockdowns that prohibited work n the sculpture. Everything grinds to a halt.

August 2020- March 2021 

Sculpting the full-scale sculpture in clay

March 2021

Finish Clay Sculpture! Mold-making begins and is sent off to the bronze foundry to be cast. 

June 2021

Travel to the foundry in Colorado to inspect waxes before the bronze is poured. Order granite pedestal.

AUgust 2021

Landscaping and site preparation for the final bronze and pedestal begins

September 2021

Granite pedestal arrives at the site. Bronze is finished and arrives at the site for installation

October 2021

Unveiling celebration with The Frederick Art Club, Patrons, Guests, and City Officials.