Continuing a legacy

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. At the end of a narrow, winding dirt road in the quiet community of Lamont, Fla., lies the studio of a man whose intricate skill and steady hand have created or assisted with the creation of some of the most renowned bronze works in the North Florida area. Bradley Cooley is a self-taught sculptor who has spent most of his life sculpting the likeness of historical figures, cultural icons, Native American leaders, wildlife and more. His body of work is exte