Shawn Farester

Artist of RMR Studio
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Artist Bio.

 
   For the past few years, I have been creating figure and large scale abstract art. The majority of my work integrates form and space, which best portrays my personal expression as an artist. I am drawn towards these aspects because there is no hidden meaning, which may divert the viewer from my piece.Questions that I may ask myself when working on a piece include: How will my work interact with the environment and the space around it? Would the viewer want to touch it? Do I want him or her to touch it? Does the material work in its surroundings?
 
   My work has a cohesive strength that exhibits a majestic flow, which is testimony to the many qualities of the metal I incorporate. My greatest skill is displayed in the magical process of taking a rigid material and transforming it to my will. I have many people ask, "What is this made of?" They express amazement that metal can be shaped in such a manner. My inspiration comes from nature and my imagination. I constantly study the many endless forms it offers for new ideas. Such pieces as "Hidden Peril," "Tree Lounge," and "Spiral in Time" demonstrate a splendid grace and flow that captivates the viewer. The greatest compliment comes when the viewer feels moved and inspired by my work.
  
   Being an artist is a great journey. As an artist, I attempt to capture those moments in time which best reflect how I have discovered myself personally and professionally. I now realize how the events which occur around me translate into my work. I have undergone a renaissance in the past few years. As I reflect on past pieces, I look ahead to future work and envision what I will create next. Gone are the grand ideas to make a statement, and now my work focuses upon the art. So, why do I create art? I create to speak what no one will hear and to see what might have never been noticed. When someone stops and gazes upon a piece, if even for a few seconds, I feel a sense of accomplishment with my life.
I hope you enjoy my artwork; be it questioning why or how I created a piece or by savoring a great inspiring night at the gallery. I thank you for your time.
 
Shawn Farester

Artist Resume.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
 
RMR Studio 2001-Present 
Owner and artist; Kittanning, PA
- Custom designed artwork created with various metal techniques
- Incorporation of wood and stonework
 
Met-tec 2005-2008
 Architectural Fabrication; Freeport, PA
- Shear operator
- Welder
 
Bauer Block 2004-2005
Block and concrete forms; Worthington, PA
- Concrete caster and finisher
 
EDUCATION:
 
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Sculpture 2001
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania; Edinboro, PA
-Emphasis on metals and foundry 
 
Adult Education – Welding 2001-2002
-Indiana County Technology Center; Indiana, PA
 
Gallery Representation:
 
- 2007-Present, Brilliant Dimensions; San Antonio, TX
- 2005-Present, Moxie Da Da; Pittsburgh, PA
- 2004-Present, The Art Center; Butler, PA
- 2004-Present, Le Poire; Pittsburgh, PA
 
Exhibitions:
 
- October 2010 Festival Of Lights Cultural District, Pittsburgh PA
- November 2009, "Glow", Annmarie Garden; Dowell, MD
- May 2009, "End of Days", Solo show; Pittsburgh, PA
- May 2008, "Till Yesterday Begins Tomorrow"; Butler, PA
- April 2007/2008, "Brilliant Dimensions", Gateway competition;
  San Antonio, TX
- 2005, Best of Artist Book Series, Kennedy Promotion, Honorable Mention
  Sulpture, PA
- February 2006," Age of Aquarius", 3rd Place – Sculpture; Butler, PA
- July 2005, Boxheart 5th Anniversary Exhibition; Pittsburgh, PA
- September 2005, "New Growth Art Show"; Indiana, PA