From stolen chalk to a career in sculpture

Alabama artist Casey Downing talks about his earliest works in sculpture, which were pieces of classroom chalk he carved to look like statuary from Notre Dame Cathedral.
Today, dozens of Downing's sculptures have been commissioned for public display throughout Alabama and other U.S. cities.
To learn more about Downing and other featured talents in The Year of Alabama Arts, visit 800alabama.com/yoa/
Or visit his home page at caseydowningart.com