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I used a full 2" - 4" Mahogany. I will be laminating the sign together using water proof epoxy glue to a total thickness of 2" the banner ends will be tapered a ¾" – 1" thickness". l used 23 xx Gold Leaf on the script, stars and the entire trim on the banner. I painted the grapes and leaves. I will primed the surface with 2 coats of primer and then painted the surface with Interlux Brightside Yacht paint 5 – 6 coats of paint. It has a smooth hard gloss finish. l pre drilled the holes and paint the holes and supply stainless steel screws painted the surface color for installation, and secured the carving from the back through the post system.
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I was created June 22, 1950 in Moon Run, Pennsylvania. BA in Art education from Carlow University in 1974. After college I joined two highly selective art associations in Pittsburgh, Associated Artist of Pittsburgh, and Pittsburgh Society of Artists. Married Francesca A. Hoffman 1976. I worked at Carnegie Mellon University from 1978 – 1991 and I used my art talents to restore the unique art and architecture at the University. My last project at the University was restoring the George Nakashima collection in Warner Hall. Also during this time in 1986 I received a Master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon in Business and Public Management, and Labor Relations in 87.
The handcarved heirlooms that I create are rich in history, detail and design. The deep, deliberate curves and lines left by the chisels are a statement to the quality and craftsmanship that go into each piece carved. Each piece is a collaboration between my patron and myself as we progress on the journey for each project.
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