George Trakas | |
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Born | 1944 (age 79–80) Quebec City, Quebec, Canada |
Nationality | Canadian and American |
Education | New York University, B.S., 1969 |
Known for | Environmental Sculptor |
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George Trakas is a sculptor who was born in Quebec City in 1944 and has lived in New York City since 1963. Many of his projects are site-specific installations, and he describes himself as an environmental sculptor. He often recycles local materials and incorporates them into his work.[1][2] Trakas taught sculpture at Yale University for 13 years and has also taught at other schools.[3]