Dynamic artist and owner of 13 Degree Studios, I excel in stone carving and sculpture, creating captivating works for diverse venues. As Managing Director of the Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Association, I successfully orchestrated the nation's oldest outdoor fine art festival, showcasing my leadership and organizational skills while celebrating artistic expression.
Work History
Artist/Owner
10 Years 8 Months
13 Degree Studios | 12.2015 - Current
At 13 Degree Studios we work in a variety of styles, media and materials. Fine and Decorative arts.
Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors, leading to increased sales and commissions.
Received multiple awards at prestigious festivals throughout the United States.
Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
Managing Director
4 Years 1 Month
Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Association | 07.2022 - 08.2026
Manage the planning and organizing the oldest outdoor fine art festival in the United States that occurs every June and September. Overseeing the execution of various tasks related to production and management of the show occurring in historic Rittenhouse Square in downtown Philadelphia.
Directed strategic initiatives to enhance organizational growth and community engagement.
Artist/Owner
5 Years 3 Months
Viking Sculpture and Design Studios | 09.2000 - 12.2005
Executed creation of commissioned fine and decorative arts for diverse private and public venues across Philadelphia metro area.
Created original artwork using various mediums to enhance client projects.
Developed art and design concepts.
Sculptor, Model/Mold Maker
3 Years 1 Month
Carolfi Studios | 04.2000 - 05.2003
Assisted in creating and installing decorative fine art ornamentation and sculptures for various environments. Supported the entire process from design inception to moldmaking and final product installation.
Restored damaged or worn historical sculptures to their original state through meticulous restoration methods.
Stone Carver
2 Years 2 Months
Stone Carving Apprentice/ Architectural Stone Carver | 09.1997 - 11.1999
Studied with a Master Stone Carver, learned the art of copying, enlarging, and reducing historic sculptures in Prague. I also learned the art and science behind architectural stone carvings which lead to me being hired to create architectural carvings for buildings in Prague.