He has worked with Martin on guitar and museum-related projects since 2008, and he offers a wealth of artistic knowledge to the brand.
Executive Chairman Chris Martin IV states that they are happy to announce the appointment of my cousin Robert to the Martin board. Indeed, He was Robert’s cousin. It is true that family members frequently hold positions on the boards of closely owned companies. He and Robert grew up side by side. Eventually, he left for college to get a business degree and attended art school. We had a reunion more than 15 years ago.
Since then, Robert has been focusing on art pieces including Martin Guitars and our museum. He knows that his distinct and enthusiastic viewpoint will assist him and the other board members in effectively guiding my family’s firm into the future.
Robert Goetzl is a well-known independent artist and illustrator who has contributed significantly to the field of illustration and art over the course of more than 40 years. His work as an artist of children’s books has received worldwide recognition, and in 1997, the illustrated book Many Nations: An Alphabet of Native America won the renowned Teacher’s Choice Award.
According to Mr. Goetzl, he was extraordinarily fortunate to have been able to pursue his interest all of his life. He was ecstatic to join this esteemed group as we move this business ahead to become the leading guitar manufacturer in the world. He does not take this responsibility lightly, and he was quite appreciative of the chance to serve as Martin Guitar’s support system for Chris Martin.
Mr. Goetzl has assiduously woven his creative vision into the very fabric of Martin Guitar during his time there. His significant work include the OM BiosphereTM and 00L Earth guitars, his line of D-Robert Goetzl guitars, a mural tracing the company’s history, and the renovation of the Martin Museum. His innovative contributions go beyond standard illustration. His creative designs have also decorated museum exhibits honoring American warriors, country music, and icons like Joan Baez, enhancing the global museum experience.
Robert Goetzl’s appointment highlights Martin Guitar’s dedication to creative brilliance and progressive leadership as the company begins its next phase of innovation and expansion.
For almost 200 years, C. F. Martin & Co. has been producing the best handcrafted acoustic guitars. For a selection of the biggest names and most renowned musicians from each decade and genre. And we have been doing it with an unrelenting dedication to our community and the environment, along with pure artistic enthusiasm and a profound love of all things music.
Above all, though, we continue to work on it—for you. For the pioneers, rebels, and visionaries of today and tomorrow. For novices, experts, and all intermediate levels alike. We think that the power of music is unstoppable. It gives us hope. reveals our realities. helps us stand up. conveys our most profound pains. and our biggest delights.
So long as there are people like you who love music and love making it, we will keep producing the best strings and acoustic instruments. We would like to support you as you share your tale. to assist you in spreading the word about your music. to assist in releasing the inner artist.
