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Shiflett Brothers

Sculptors

Brandon and Jarrod Shiflett, known as the Shiflett Brothers, are Texas-based sculptors celebrated for their dynamic, traditional clay sculptures that blend fantasy, science fiction, and comic book aesthetics. Beginning their careers in the early 1990s, they gained recognition for their work on character maquettes for the video game Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee and have since created iconic statues of Marvel characters such as The Incredible Hulk, Thanos, and Wolverine.


Their original creations, produced under the banner of Shiflett Brothers Originals, showcase their passion for imaginative storytelling through sculpture. Their work is featured in collections of notable figures like Peter Jackson and Robert Rodriguez, as well as institutions like Weta Workshop.


Beyond their sculpting endeavors, the Shiflett Brothers actively contribute to the artistic community by hosting the Shiflett Brothers Sculpting Forum, which boasts over 30,000 members, and conducting workshops and masterclasses. Their instructional DVD, Fantasy Sculpting: The Dragon of Argos, and their book, Clay Sculpting with the Shiflett Brothers, further demonstrate their commitment to sharing their craft.

  • The Shiflett Brothers are producing some of this hobbie's most incredible collectibles. The artistry of their work is only surpassed by the unique and energetic style in which they sculpt each of their figures, and this gives their work a completely spontaneous and fresh aesthetic. I am very pleased to have some of their exceptional work in my collection.

    - Richard Taylor
    Founder / Creative Director / Head of Wētā Workshop

  • The Shiflett Brothers are to sculpting what Frank Frazetta is to painting.

    - John Howe
    Illustrator and Concept Designer

  • The talent of the Shiflett Brothers is the strongest of any sculptors in the industry today. I am consistently amazed by the raw power, precision, and emotional intensity of their work.

    - Alex Ross
    Comic Book Writer and Artist

  • The first time I saw the art of the Shiflett Brothers, I knew I was looking at the work of a couple of true masters of the craft. Their incredible imagination, coupled with their scholarly knowledge of anatomy and sense of design makes them among the most respected and respectable artists in their field; I stand in awe of their extraordinary creations.

    - Jordu Schell
    Owner / Founder of Schell Sculpture Studio

Tutorials by Shiflett Brothers

Fantasy Sculpting
The Dragon of Argos
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