GRANT GARMEZY

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Grant Garmezy is an acclaimed sculptor celebrated for his highly detailed, nature-inspired works rendered in molten glass. Trained in sculptural glassblowing, he creates pieces that balance technical rigor with narrative depth, transforming glass into dynamic, lifelike forms.

Raised on a farm outside Nashville, Tennessee, Garmezy grew up working with his hands and tending to animals. He developed a foundation in fine art through mentorships with an illustrator, a sculptor, and a coppersmith before pursuing formal training at Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of the Arts. Originally drawn to jewelry and small-scale metals, a chance encounter with a glass studio sparked a lifelong dedication to the medium, which he embraced for its sculptural possibilities.

Garmezy maintains a global presence, showcasing his work from New Zealand to Africa, with pieces held in collections in Bangkok, Barcelona, Cyprus, Dubai, the Hamptons, Paris, Tokyo, and Venice.

His creative reach extends to collaborations with Discovery+, Paramount, Marvel, and Universal Studios, and his social media platforms reach millions of followers monthly.

One of the most epic prehistoric predators, reborn in glass

The Dakotaraptor Project brings to life one of North America’s largest predators in breathtaking glass. This life-sized skeleton stretches 14 feet from snout to tail, every bone meticulously crafted to capture the strength, motion, and presence of a creature that once ruled its world.

The fossil record leaves much to interpretation, as details like feathers and posture remain a matter of scientific debate. This uncertainty mirrors the artistry of the project itself, where each form is a choice, a vision, and a reimagining of prehistory.


Debuting at the Granada Gallery during the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show in January 2026
, the Dakotaraptor invites collectors to experience the awe and wonder of ancient beasts through a contemporary lens.