Oh Joy of Joys
Guillermo ‘Willie’ Fisch was an ever-present joyous institution, a larger-than-life personality who brought joy to all who knew, met, or even just saw him. Several of Willie’s friends and acquaintances banded together to immortalize Willie in this joyous bronze sculpture.
Completed 2018
Materials: Bronze and Patina
Sculpture: Douglas Granum
Fabrication & 3D Printing: Form 3D
Casting and Patina: Parks Foundry
Project Team
Friends of Willie
Northshore Community Foundation
The Northshore Community Foundation was created to foster awareness and innovation in Art, Agriculture, Education, Health and Sustainable Economy among our Columbia Gorge Northshore Community residents.
The Most Interesting Man in the World
Read photo-journalist Ken Park's article about Willy Fisch and the statue to immortalize the man.
Embracing Technology to Pay Homage to an Old Friend
Read Form 3D's article on the process of making the Willy Fisch sculpture. A great article by the people who do a lot of the difficult work.
Guillermo “Willie” Fisch came to Bingen in 2005, from Buenos Aires, Argentina where he had earned degrees in advanced naval architecture and marine engineering. Serving in city council, Willie shared his joy and passion for wine, food and people. The people of Bingen got together to create a celebration of Willie’s life and memory.
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Douglas Granum
Douglas Granum
This is not work; but is truly a labor of love. While I am the artist, none of this could not have been accomplished without the help of a number of organizations and individuals.
David Wright
David Wright
David Wright is a multi talented urban designer,landscape architect and artist/illustrator of the built, everyday, and inner environments. David brings concepts, schematics, and plans to life.
Parks Foundry
Parks Foundry, Enterprise Oregon
Parks Bronze Foundry is a full service bronze casting and moding foundry in response to fine art sculptors, art collectors, and art appreciation.
Scott Norris
Scott Norris
With over 20 years of making interactive things, Scott brings unique technical and design skills to the team. He makes sure that the whole world can see our work.
Form 3D Foundry
Form 3D Foundry
Grounded in traditional artistic principals, the Form 3D team is committed to exploring, embracing and utilizing technology to propel sculptural advancements.
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