Peter Sawatzky is a world-renowned bronze sculptor celebrated for his masterful depictions of wildlife. Growing up near Sommerfeld, Manitoba, he initially pursued commercial art at Red River College before discovering his passion for carving wooden bird sculptures in 1974. His early success led him to international recognition, and by the mid-1980s, he had established his own foundry to work in bronze. Sawatzky’s deep appreciation for nature and wildlife is evident in his large-scale public sculptures across Canada and the United States. Notable works include Perilous Crossing in Selkirk, Seal River Crossing in Winnipeg, and Mother Polar Bear and Two Cubs at Assiniboine Park Zoo. Honored with the Order of Manitoba in 2008, he continues to create from his home in Glenboro, Manitoba.