A Hidden Gem of the Hudson Valley

Robert Lawrence

The former Polich Tallix art foundry — which helped create some of the world's most striking sculptures from various mid-Hudson locations — lives on.

A Hidden Gem of the Hudson Valley

In a quiet corner of Orange County, towering metallic sculptures stand sentinel in an open field. These mysterious creations offer no hint of their origins—until you glance across the road. There, a 90,000-square-foot building houses UAP, a fine art foundry with a storied history and unmatched craftsmanship.

From producing Oscar statuettes to monumental works for artists like Frank Stella, UAP is where tradition meets cutting-edge technology. Sand-casting processes, digital sculpting, and decades of knowledge handed down through master artisans come together to create art that’s as seamless as the artist’s vision.

But beyond its art-making prowess, UAP is deeply connected to the local community—collaborating with galleries, supporting emerging artists, and leaving its mark on iconic installations like Storm King Art Center’s "Fallen Sky."

Uncover the full story of this hidden gem, its legacy, and the art world secrets it guards behind closed doors. Read more


https://www.scenichudson.org/v...

Robert Lawrence lives in Montgomery, N.Y., where he works as a science writer and enjoys visiting the many parks of the Hudson Valley with his wife and little boy. He is originally from drier climates and holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry from Arizona State University.

#Related Articles

Design Robotics project wins Excellence in Innovation Award

Design Robotics project wins Excellence in Innovation Award

IMCRC congratulates its ‘Design Robotics for Mass Customisation’ team on winning the Cooperative Research Centre Association’s 2020 Award for Excellence in Innovation.

The Collaboration between Roy Lichtenstein and the Tallix Foundry

The Collaboration between Roy Lichtenstein and the Tallix Foundry

Working with Roy Lichtenstein over the years

Decoding the Tree of Life: Maya Lin's Sculpture at Penn Medicine's New Pavilion

Decoding the Tree of Life: Maya Lin's Sculpture at Penn Medicine's New Pavilion

Its front-facing space, a spacious, round room ringed with glass facing the other buildings in the medical campus, features a 40-foot tall, tree-like structure covered in several hundred translucent glass balls.