- Life Dates Born 1949 in Wilmar, Minnesota
- Occupation Woodcarver
- Residence at Time of Award Wilmar, Minnesota
Fred Cogelow
Gold Medal In: Woodworking, 2005
Ribbons
- 2000 Red ribbon for “Tree of Wizdumb” carved figure
- 2001 Blue ribbon for “Immigrant’s Dream: Maddening Disp.” carved figure
- 2005 Blue ribbon for “Norsk Rullstul” carved chair
- 2005 Blue ribbon for “Rest Easy Tonight” carved figure
Artist Statement
Involvement in Norwegian-American folk art began when I was kidnapped, brainwashed, and indoctrinated by Norsekie-phile Martians. Perhaps you jump to the conclusion that I possess an I-identity, or perhaps it is I-identity or as close as I’ll get to one. My art has been most influenced by Otto Nygaard and brain damage.