Andy Gertler
Andy Gertler is an internationally recognized sculptor with over 25 years of experience in sand, ice, and unconventional materials. His intricate sand sculptures have earned him major commissions around the world — from Costa Rica and Brazil to Thailand, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and throughout Europe — and led to his role as co-host of the Travel Channel’s Sand Masters.
Andy has also received acclaim in ice sculpting, earning medals at the World Ice Art Championships and competing in international events, including in Russia. His talents go far beyond sand and ice — he creates lifelike, full-scale animal sculptures from unexpected materials like cardboard, pumpkins, and even pasta.
For the past 13 years, his detailed animal carvings have been a highlight of the Bronx Zoo’s Halloween celebrations, where he continues to astonish audiences by turning everyday materials into unforgettable art.
Andy's commitment to sustainable art was prominently featured at The Tadweer Art Show in Doha, Qatar in Feb. 2024, an exclusive recycling art event where he presented his cardboard sculptures alongside thirty other distinguished recycling artists from around the world. This prestigious gathering was a celebration of innovative recycling and creativity, enhancing Andy's reputation as a visionary artist in the global art community.
Furthermore, Andy holds a Guinness World Record for creating the world's largest marshmallow mosaic, illustrating his diverse artistic capabilities and creative vision. Looking ahead to 2025, Andy is focusing on developing unique chocolate sculpture displays tailored for the wedding market, aiming to blend culinary art with sculptural innovation.
Whether working with sand, ice, pumpkins, cardboard, pasta, or soon chocolate, Andy Gertler continues to redefine the boundaries of sculpture, leaving a lasting impact on the contemporary art scene. His legacy is marked by a commitment to innovation, excellence, and an unyielding passion for bringing artistic visions to life.
Beyond sculpting, Andy is also an accomplished guitarist and songwriter.
For inquiries, contact Andy Gertler at: allnaturalarts@aol.com
