PEOPLE Wolfgang from Sol Arte

SOL ARTE

Meet the multi-talented Wolfgang, dental technician and sculpture based here in the East Algarve

Dental technician and Sculpture Wolfgang Spengler was born near Stuttgart in 1956 and finished high school. He trained as a dental technician and after completing the master-class, he decided at the age of 29 to work on his own as a freelancer. Eventually he would own his own laboratory with 10 people working for him. Although very stressful Wolfgang enjoyed the challenge. Nearly 20 years later at the age of 49, he decided to move to the Algarve where he would continue his work on his own. He bought a piece of land in Santa Catarina, Tavira and built a house with his own dental laboratory. He learned the Portuguese language through his work communicating with the local dentists. Today Wofgang continues to make dental implants, dentures, crowns and plates. He continues to work for local dentists and is registered to do so. With 50 years in the profession, Wolfgang is happy to give advice about all dental work. For a hobby, Wolfgang has always been designing, carving and sanding sculptures using different materials. Through his profession he has always had to perfect details. This shines through in his sculptures. Wolfgang´s artwork uses various stones from all over the world including Brasil, Namíbia, Turkey, Pakistan, Italy and Mexico. He also uses wood

(Orange, Carob, Olive, Cork, Eucalyptus, Almond… you name it), metal and Portuguese marble, Lime stone, Alabaster, Granite and Soapstone. Inspired by nature, Wolgang´s house is full of amazing sculptures, all made in his workshop in the sun with a sea view, much nicer than any laboratory in Stuttgart. You will find everything from Flamingos to Frogs and Camels to Chameleons. Oddly, you´ll even find the odd tooth carved out of something obscure. The place is a wonderland of colour, textures, and creativity. Wolfgang does commission works and is happy to welcome visitors to his home, just call and make an appointment, he will be happy to show you his work. Contacts: Phone: 281 971 222 Mobile: 914 038 683 E-mail: wwspengler@sapo.pt