Artist Geert Maas dies at 82
Kelowna-based sculptor Geert Maas has passed away at the age of 82. He died at Kelowna General Hospital on October 16 following a period of declining health.
Originally from the Netherlands, Maas moved to Kelowna in 1979 and became a prominent figure in the Okanagan arts community. He was well known for his clay and bronze sculptures, including ‘On The Beach’ at Waterfront Park, ‘Circle of Friendship’ near Kasugai Gardens, and the bronze apple centennial time capsule at Orchard Park Mall.
Maas received the Okanagan Arts Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010. His work is showcased at the Geert Maas Sculpture Gardens and Gallery in Kelowna, which continues to be operated by his wife, Elly Maas. A celebration of his life is scheduled for December 20 at the sculpture gardens.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] A celebration of Maas’ life will be held on December 20 at the Geert Maas Sculpture Gardens. keremeosreview.com · lakecountrycalendar.com · revelstokereview.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Maas died at Kelowna General Hospital on October 16. keremeosreview.com · lakecountrycalendar.com · revelstokereview.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Maas moved from the Netherlands to Kelowna in 1979. keremeosreview.com · lakecountrycalendar.com · revelstokereview.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Geert Maas died at the age of 82. keremeosreview.com · lakecountrycalendar.com · revelstokereview.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Maas won the Okanagan Arts Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010. keremeosreview.com · lakecountrycalendar.com · revelstokereview.com