Susan Phipps Cochran is an acclaimed American sculptor renowned for her elegant bronze sculptures of dogs, horses, and wildlife. Celebrated for her ability to capture both anatomical accuracy and the unique personality of her subjects, her work reflects a lifelong passion for animals and the natural world. Her bronzes combine technical excellence with warmth and vitality, making them highly sought after by collectors throughout the United States and abroad.
Cochran developed an early appreciation for animals and the outdoors, interests that would become the foundation of her artistic career. She studied sculpture and refined her skills through years of close observation, working directly from life whenever possible. Her intimate knowledge of canine and equine anatomy allows her to portray movement, expression, and character with remarkable authenticity.
Working primarily in bronze using the traditional lost-wax casting process, Cochran creates sculptures that range from intimate tabletop studies to monumental public commissions. Her subjects include a wide variety of sporting, working, and companion dogs, as well as horses and native wildlife, each rendered with sensitivity and an exceptional understanding of form.
Cochran’s sculptures have been exhibited extensively and are included in numerous private collections, museums, and public installations. She has received widespread recognition from sporting, kennel, and wildlife organizations, earning a reputation as one of America’s leading contemporary animal sculptors.
Today, Susan Phipps Cochran’s bronzes continue to be admired for their graceful compositions, meticulous craftsmanship, and heartfelt celebration of the enduring bond between humans and animals.