Meet the Sculptors
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Sean Fitzpatrick
• Carl Jara • Attillio
Topazio |
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Sean Fitzpatrick Owner of Fitzy Snowman Sculpting, a business that specializes in semi - permanent sculptures for special occasions, corporate events and marketing promotions. Sean began sculpting 15 years ago in snow and continues to expand on his talents today. His work has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America and the Travel Channel. You can learn more at http://www.fitzysnowman.com Sean is again honored to organize this years Master Sand Sculpting Competition. Last year Sean designed a 200 ton sponsor sculpture as a tribute to Revere Beach's glory days. With the help from volunteers, master sculptors and apprentice sculptors, Sean was able to bring his vision to life. This year he has an even bigger sculpture planned. You don't want to miss this one! |
 2007 Winner! |
Carl Jara One of the most admired carvers in the world, Carl Jara started his sand sculpting career in 1991. He is the only sculptor ever to have won more than one Sculptors Choice Award at the World Championships -- receiving the honor a remarkable four times in the past six years. Most recently, Carl won his fourth Solo medal at the 2006 World Championships. Carl has also competed in the Travel Channels smash hit "Sand Blasters" winning best recovery in 2006. This is Carl's first trip to Revere Beach . His presence will no doubt turn up the heat on the competition. Check out Carl's work at http://www.artcleveland.com |
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Attillio "Steve" Topazio Steve started his sculpting career while playing in the sand as a young surfer on the beaches of Rhode Island. Eight years ago he entered his first sculpting competition and won. He has been competing all across New England and working on large projects ever since. Known as the "sculptor of the ocean state" Steve draws from his love of cars when creating his paintings and sculptures. We look forward to seeing what he will create at this Year. Check out his new site http:// www.sandtasia.com |
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"To be a truly great artist, one must master all aspects of one's craft," says Matthew Martelli, self taught artist of local renown throughout New England. "The learning process, he says, "must be a constant effort towards working to develop new and better concepts while always striving for perfection within the flow of creativity." In his 20-year career, using a trial-and-error method of learning, Matthew has developed an artistic style that is truly his own. This will be Mathew's first time competing at Revere Beach. Last year you may remember his commissioned piece titled "Neptune" which was created for an event sponsor. You can check out Matt's incredible portfolio at http://www.martellistidio.com |
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Katie Corning Katie Corning is a full-time professional sand sculptor, appearing in Southwest Florida as Sand Magic Sculpting. She has travelled internationally, working for Numerous sand sculpting companies. As a master sculptor, Katie competes at sand events around the country. Katie’s background includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin and a Masters of Arts degree from Auburn University, Alabama. Although she has worked in metal, stone, wood, glass and clay, sand has been her focus and passion since she was introduced to it a few years ago. She appreciates the ephemeral nature of sand sculpture and enjoys the physical and strategic challenges of designing and building in sand. Out of the sand, Katie is a free lance writer and photographer. She homeschools her teenage son. |
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Suzanne Altamare Suzanne has been making a living sculpting sand for over 21 years. She has traveled all over the world working on many large projects. Her energy and amazing attitude has inspired all who have had the pleasure of meeting her. She practices the art of soft sand sculpting. That is sand that is simply piled up and not compacted in and way, working with few tools and mostly just her hands Suzanne creates spectacular works of art. She has also been featured on "sand blasters" and this year won best recovery with team mate Carl Jara. Suzanne has earned the nick name " Logo-bot" for her tireless ability to carve sponsor's logos with effortless grace. This event would not be the same without her. Welcome back Suzanne! Check out her projects at http://www.justplainsand.com |
