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Christopher Buonomo

13 Degree Studios
Philadelphia,PA
29
years of professional experience

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.

Education

No Degree - Fine Arts

Apprenticeship (Stone Carving) | Prague, CZ | 1999

BFA - Sculpture

University of the Arts | Philadelphia, PA | 1996

Skills

Stone Carving
Wood Carving
Woodworking
Welding
Foundry work
Oil painting
Sculpture
Art history

Timeline

Managing Director

Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Association
07.2022 - 08.2026Read More

Artist/Owner

13 Degree Studios
12.2015 - CurrentRead More

Artist/Owner

Viking Sculpture and Design Studios
09.2000 - 12.2005Read More

Sculptor, Model/Mold Maker

Carolfi Studios
04.2000 - 05.2003Read More

Stone Carver

Stone Carving Apprentice/ Architectural Stone Carver
09.1997 - 11.1999Read More

Apprenticeship (Stone Carving)

No Degree from Fine Arts
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University of the Arts

BFA from Sculpture
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Christopher Buonomo