John Battenberg

University of Phoenix - Hohokam Campus - Phoenix, AZ

This life-size group of wolves is called "Wolf Trio". They were commissioned in 1997 by The Apollo Group. The Apollo Group is the parent company of the University of Phoenix and are headquartered at the University of Phoenix, Hohokam Campus in Phoenix Arizona. The picture below was taken prior to installation and does not reflect the wolves as they stand in their current environment.

"Murphy Street Scene"
Sunnyvale, CA

Completed in 1989, "Murphy Street Scene" was commissioned by the City of Sunnyvale in California. The sculpture is made of steel and it's dimensions are 168 " X 144" X 48". The massive sculpture incorporates the symbol for the City of Sunnyvale (at the top) and portrays a sense of growth, freedom, family and community. The piece was originally installed at the corner of Murphy and Washington Street in Sunnyvale. In 2002 it was moved to another location.

Truckee River Walk - Reno, NV

The "Truckee River Walk", in the City of Reno was commissioned as a public art project by the Reno Redevelopment Agency. It consists of several panels of creatures native to the area, elk, eagles, deer, ravens, coyotes and the like. The sculpture is a functioning fountain. As the water runs down the panels, it creates an extraordinary effect that can really only be appreciated in person.

The water not only runs through the panels but also emerges from the mouths of several sculpted fountain heads. The soothing sound of the water and the beauty of the creatures is an experience for all. We hope if ever passing through Reno, you have the time to enjoy this monument to wildlife as can be brought out only by John Battenberg.

Green Valley Technical Plaza - Fairfield, CA

In 2001, the Green Valley Technical Plaza became home to two of John's famous pilots "Phoenix Warrior" and "Luke's Last Flight". Urban Realty Partners commissioned John for this project to commemorate the role that Travis Air Force Base has held in Solano County over the past 50 years. The plaza is located west of the intersection of Highway 12 and I-80 in Fairfield, CA. The following pictures were taken during the installation process.

Parkway Corporate Plaza - Roseville, CA

The four life-size wildlife creatures pictured below, a bear, coyote, puma and wolf, are guarding the Parkway Corporate Plaza in Roseville, CA. The plaza is a business park developed by Urban Realty Partners. It is located in the 1600 block of East Roseville Parkway, bordered by Lead Hill Boulevard, East Parkway and Olympus Drive. Another opportunity to check out John's work!

CalTrain, Millbrae Station- Millbrae, CA