Artist Statement

As a creator, I bring life to a piece of art and perpetuate history. I earn a living by working with my hands and mind, creating a link with the past and transmitting values that are important to conserve in society. The process of my art is the same as it was centuries ago; utilizing carving tools, a wooden mallet, a pencil, a paper, a workbench, and various kinds of wood.

As a full-time artist, I seek to achieve artistic excellence and recognition, while sharing my knowledge.  Additionally, I aspire to have more prestigious national and international opportunities.

WORK SAMPLES

ORNATE CARVINGS

Baroque  Mirror Frame
2019-2020
​Black walnut

This mirror frame was hand carved in an Italian Baroque style. Full of acanthus leafs, the composition is symmetrical.
I used approximately 50 different types of carving tools, also called "gouges," when working on this piece.  
​Over 120 hours went in to this project. The frame is approximately 5' tall by 40" wide. It was commissioned for a private client. 

Wooden Carousel Figures Carving
2018-2019
​Basswood

I was hired by The Carousel Works Company in Ohio to design and carve their new carousel figures.  The figures are entirely hand carved in Solid basswood. Some of the figures were shipped out of United States. The horse documented here was a commission for the Royal Caribbean  Cruises for a ship in France.
I carved four figures in total. Over 300 hours went into each figure. 

WOODEN ARTIFACT RESTORATION

Fall Front Desk (circa 1790-1810)
2017
​Solid wood, Cuban mahogany veneer, and brassware

Fall front desk furniture restoration.  The piece was originally crafted between 1790 - 1810. The dimensions include 43’’ 1/2 height x 42’‘ width x 22” 1/4 depth. The material is solid wood, Cuban mahogany veneer, and brassware.  
This restoration project included structural consolidation, veneer replacement, brass hardware replacement, finishing, and re-gilding - cautions were taken to preserve the original patina.
Over 300 hours went into this restoration project. It was commissioned by a private client in Erie, PA.

Henry Ford's Mansion Restoration Project
2018-2019
​Black walnut

This historical restoration project was for the Fair Lane Estate, the former home of Henry and Clara Ford, located in Dearborn, MI. I was hired to design and hand carve the decorative elements for a replica 1914 Estey Residency Organ, in collaboration with The Schantz Organ Company.
Over 120 hours went into this project. 

Italian Coffee Table (circa 1880-1900)
2018
Solid wood, various vaneer, and brassware

Italian coffee table furniture restoration.  The piece was originally crafted between 1880 - 1900. The dimensions include 43’’ round x 52” height. The material is solid wood, different types of veneer, and brassware.  
This restoration project included structural consolidation, veneer replacement, finishing - cautions were taken to preserve the original patina.
Over 150 hours went into this restoration project. It was commissioned by a private client California.

Atlas Man
2018
​Black walnut

The figures are hand carved replicas for a restoration project in Cleveland, OH.  They are columns for a fireplace mantle.
In order to make the replica, I used historical documentation of the original pieces as references.  To have a better idea of the dimmensions  and similarity to the original figures, I made a preliminary model using clay. 
Over 220 hours went into this project. It was a commission by a private client as part of a home restoration project.