Born in 1970, Suresh Waghmare is a Gadwakam (metal casting) sculptor from the Bastar district in Chhattisgarh. He began to study the technique of bell metal casting at the age of 25. The Adivasis of Bastar traditionally use the ancient method of casting metal by the lost wax process to create icons for worship, items of utility and sculptures of Gods and Goddesses. Suresh Waghmare creates large stylized figures with elongated torsos and arms and intricate detailing in addition to works which reflect the traditions and life of his community.

Suresh Waghmare has participated in a number of exhibitions in India and abroad such as Sathi Samaj Sevisanstha, Delhi and the Namaste India Festival, Spain. He has also conducted several workshops in schools and colleges across the country. In 1994, he was invited by the government to give a demonstration of Gadwakam in New Delhi during the Republic Day celebrations. His works are held in various private collections around the country. He is an active member of the cooperative of sculptors (Shilpis) and is an expert master of Gadwakam.