BJ Lipari
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Reputable Artist recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Renowned artist experienced in Mixed medium and versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio showcasing personal evolution in artistic journey.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Scenic Artist
Pittsburgh CLO
08.2023 - Current
- Increased efficiency by implementing innovative painting techniques that reduced production time without sacrificing quality.
Scenic Artist
Freelance
02.2006 - 02.2023
- Managed and oversaw all department over hires
- Collaborated with directors and production teams to develop unique and eye-catching visuals for various projects.
- Utilized a variety of materials and mediums to produce versatile set pieces suitable for diverse performance styles.
Charge Scenic Artist
Production Resource Group
03.2006 - 10.2022
- Oversaw and interpreted all 'finish' elements for Productions or theater and television as well as Corporate Industrials and Events
- Worked with designers from both coasts, ensuring their vision could be attained visually, efficiently and within budget
- Managed and oversaw all department over hires
- Created new finish treatments and color palettes for all production visuals
Artist, Interior and Theatrical Design Consultant
Lipari Designs
01.2001 - 01.2020
- Theatrical Concepts and Design 2008-2013
- Public and Commercial Art Works 2001-2011
- Residential Interior Consultation and Art Works 2001-2020
- Commissioned Art 2006-2016
Textile Designer
Freelance
07.1995 - 01.2014
- Displayed exemplary artistic skills across different media, both physical and digital.
Education
Digital Arts
Macintosh Learning Center
New York, NYInDesign
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NYGraduate - Theatre, Dance, Voice, Acting
The American Musical And Dramatic Academy
New York, NY05.1987
Skills
- Mixed media
- Acrylic, Oil, Gouache
- Digital art
- Faux Finish, Gilding, Foam Carving
- Traditional drawing
- Basic Carpentry
- Proficient in Photoshop, Corel, Artist Illustrator
- Paint mixing
- Texture application techniques
- Superior organizational skills
Accomplishments
- SHOWINGS
- Café Shows, Cologne, Germany 1993, Paris, France, 1995, New York, New York, 1995, Walnut Creek, California 2012
- Spirit Fest, Tulsa, Ok. 2002
- Solo Show & Group Show, Belle Monk Gallery, Kansas City, Mo. 2003
- Art of Deception, Park University, Parkville, Mo. 2004
- Bodies Exhibit, juried show at the Tropicana, Las Vegas, NV. 2007, First Place for L'architetura dell' Anima
- Group Show, Contemporary Arts Collective, Las Vegas, NV. 2007
- Solo Show, Gaia, Las Vegas, NV 2010-2011
- Multiple Group Shows, Coal Sheds Art Collective, Vallejo, California, 2011-2013
Timeline
Charge Scenic Artist
Pittsburgh CLO
08.2023 - Current
Charge Scenic Artist
Production Resource Group
03.2006 - 10.2022
Scenic Artist
Freelance
02.2006 - 02.2023
Artist, Interior and Theatrical Design Consultant
Lipari Designs
01.2001 - 01.2020
Textile Designer
Freelance
07.1995 - 01.2014
Digital Arts
Macintosh Learning Center
InDesign
Fashion Institute of Technology
Graduate - Theatre, Dance, Voice, Acting
The American Musical And Dramatic Academy
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