The Artists
Marshall Fredericks
Marshall Fredericks was an internationally recognized sculptor who graduated from the Cleveland School of Art and studied extensively in Europe. His celebrated works include the Spirit of Detroit and Fountain of Eternal Life. He designed the Cross and Corpus at Cross in the Woods, with the Cross erected in 1954 and the Corpus added in 1959. He generously donated his time and artistic talent to the project.
Timothy P. Schmalz
Canadian sculptor Timothy Paul Schmalz is internationally recognized for his bronze sculptures inspired by sacred scripture and Christian themes. For more than 30 years, he has created spiritual artwork that brings religious stories and beliefs to life. His sculptures have been installed at significant Christian sites around the world, including the Vatican, Florence, and Capernaum. His work Jesus the Homeless gained international attention.
James Francis Hopfensperger
James Francis Hopfensperger was an accomplished educator and artist who earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He founded Hopfensperger Art Studios in 1966, creating distinctive architectural glass installations, sculptures, and bronze figures. He also served as Fine Arts Coordinator for Midland Public Schools and taught at Delta College and Central Michigan University.
Jane Cardinal née Vandenburg
Jane Cardinal née Vandenburg graduated with a BFA from Michigan State University and studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago. Her career spans illustration, graphic design, character design, sculpture, and iconography. She worked with companies including Sanrio, Galoob Toys, Disney, and Warner Bros. She also taught iconography for 12 years in Good Hart, Michigan, and authored two instructional books.
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