Smith, Scott

Kalamazoo artist Scott Smith has a way of connecting with his base by keeping the excitement of the holidays alive year-round. Influenced by antique Halloween and Christmas decorations, he puts a personal spin on these old ideas and has developed a style that is uniquely his own. Scott’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of his skills has earned him a loyal following for his curious and unexpected characters.

For the past 25 years, he has been sculpting characters and offering them to collectors worldwide. Smith has helped produce several holiday art shows across the country which fostered new careers for many of the participating artists. "Throughout my folk art career I have met so many wonderful people and I'm humbled to know I have inspired new generations of artists and collectors". Rucus Studio is honored to have been featured in books and showcased in many national magazines.

These days, when he is not gardening, Scott continues making new pieces available online through eBay and online shows and prints and postcards through his Etsy shop RucusStudioShop.

(Editor's note: For many years, Scott was the producer of Ghoultide Gathering art show in Chelsea, Michigan)

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