Ben Hammond: Breathing Life Into Sculpture

Ben Hammond: Breathing Life Into Sculpture

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February 18, 2026 · 49 min · Episode 320

About this episode

Ben Hammond discusses his journey as a sculptor and the significance of his work in relation to faith.

When the Temple Square renovation is complete, four new sculptures by artist Ben Hammond will welcome visitors to the grounds. Hammond began his career apprenticing under a sculptor known for crafting busts for the NFL Hall of Fame. Since then, his meticulous talent has led to creating Hall of Fame busts himself and sculpting a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon for the U.S. Capitol. On this week's episode, Ben shares how his life and career have been shaped—piece by piece—by the Master Sculptor. 2:03- Anatomy 7:43- The Creator 12:32- NFL Hall of Fame Busts 17:37- Uninterrupted Time With a Prophet 24:27- Temple Square Sculptures 34:29- Five Wise Virgins 38:55- Martha Hughes Cannon 45:36- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? "I don't want to live my life in fear. I don't want to be obsessed with politics and everything that's bad in the world. I want to focus on things of an eternal nature. There's some sadness that happens when you're separated in this life but to know that I've been redeemed by Jesus Christ—nothing can happen in this life that can take that away from me unless I choose for it to happen."

People in this episode

Guest: Ben Hammond

Topics covered

  • sculpture
  • art
  • NFL Hall of Fame
  • Temple Square
  • Martha Hughes Cannon
  • gospel

Keywords

  • Master Sculptor
  • eternal nature
  • fear
  • politics

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Products: sculptures, busts

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