John Lopez (born July 16, 1971) is an American sculptor known for his life-size hybrid metal sculptures made out of discarded farm equipment and bronze.

John gained his bachelor's degree in commercial art from Black Hills State University.

Also, he assisted with the "Our Lady of Hope" project, Basilica of The National Shrine during the period of his apprenticeship.

He Assisted with the scale-up of the Costner Dunbar buffalo sculpture project, Deadwood SD, designed by sculptor Peggy Detmers.

[8][9][citation needed] Many students and researchers in the field of Arts around the world conduct regular excursion to John's studio in South Dakota in the United States of America.

He made the life-size full body portrait of Chief Red Iron (Hybrid Metal) located at Granary Rural Cultural Center and Garden, Groton, South Dakota.