Profile and Credentials
Fernando is the owner of the Sculpt Atlanta art studio.
Born in Buenos Aires of Italian descent, I was the youngest of four children. I grew up in Long Island and attended Nassau Community College to study advertising design. In 1995 I moved to Atlanta, enrolling at Kennesaw State University as a studio art major. At KSU, I was an active member on the Visual Art Committee, exhibited over eight art exhibitions, winning awards in photography, pottery, and sculpture. During my senior year I had the opportunity to be a studio assistant to noted sculptor Barbara Rheingrover.In January 2000 I was selected as “outstanding senior in visual arts” receiving one of the university’s most prestigious awards. Shortly after graduation I began teaching stone sculpture at Spruill Center of the Arts, in Atlanta. My educational background and hard work has given me many opportunities, such as teaching arts classes for Roswell Recreation Center of the Arts and Cobb County Culture Affairs of the Arts. As an instructor I am thoroughly enjoying the challenges of teaching students how to work in the three-dimensional form. I have been recognized for my successful teaching techniques and empathy with students.
Kennesaw State University
BA in Visual Artist
May 2001
Sculpt Atlanta
Artist-Owner
2005-present
Atlanta Artworx
2004-2005
Developing business and sculpture programs for all levels of student activities.
Instructor:
Seaching students all aspects of stone carving, including traditional hand tools and advanced power tools. Emphasis is placed on a professional level of design and presentation.
Latin American Art Circle Member and Co- Chair 2003-present
Georgia Tech Options Program
2003-present
Spruill Center for the Arts
1999-present
The City of Roswell & Roswell Recreation Center
2001-2002
Instructor
Beginning stone carving, teaching students how to use hand tools and techniques to create a stone sculpture and clay models. Emphasis is placed on form, technique, design, and presentation.
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, The Art Place
2001-2002
Instructor
Teaching students hand-building techniques with clay.
Barbara Rheingrover Studios
1999-2000
Studio Assistant
Stone carving and mold process for bronze casting.
Education Achievements
Active in the Visual Art Committee of the KSU Board.
Exhibited in eight juried art student exhibitions winning awards in photography, pottery and sculpture.
Awarded a study abroad scholarship to Italy
Awarded Outstanding Senior in Visual Arts
Artist Statement
"Studying art for many years and experimenting with many mediums has helped me develop my technical and visual skills. As a sculptor I was able to grow and explore with my imagination. These images are brought into my work by what captures my interests, beliefs, and the experiences that affect my life. Sculpture has given me the ability and confidence to create what I feel as an artist."
Art Exhibition by Fernando DAstoli
2005
Works of Colors: Diversity Among Us
Canton, Georgia January 2005
Cherokee County Arts Center
2004
Spruill Center of the Arts
Dunwoody, Georgia December 2004
Spruill Fine Art Gallery
Fall Open House
Marietta, Georgia November 2004
Atlanta Artworx-Artisan Resource Center
Exhibitions [04]
Roswell, Georgia September-November
Heaven Blue Rose Contemporary Gallery
On The Grounds II
Kennesaw, Georgia June 2004
Kennesaw State University Campus
Ventanas [04]
Kennesaw, Georgia June 2004
Kennesaw State University Fine Art Gallery
Open House
Marietta, Georgia May 2004
Artisan Resource Center
Bi-Annual Roswell Art Walk
Roswell, Georgia April 2004
Iridium Gallery
SOCA
Roswell, Georgia April 2004
Iridium Gallery
ATL art [04]
Atlanta Gallery Association, January 2004
The Royal Gallery - Historic Norcross, Georgia
Gasp! Gallery @ Tula Atlanta, Georgia
Iridium Gallery Roswell, Georgia
2003
Featured Artist
Norcross, Georgia December 2003
The Royal Gallery Historic Norcross
Colors
Atlanta, Georgia November 2003
Gasp! Gallery @ Tula
Atlanta Artistico II
Atlanta, Georgia October 2003
Buckhead Library
Georgia Marble Festival
Jasper, Georgia October 2003 - third place-sculpture
Chamber of Commerce Building
A Portrait Exhibition
Atlanta, Georgia September 2003
Gasp! Gallery @ Tula
Hispanic Assortments
Duluth, Georgia August 2003
Gwinnett Civic Center
Bridges of Art
Atlanta, Georgia June 2003
The Forum at DeFoor
2003 Touchable
Atlanta, Georgia March 2003
Center for the Visually Impaired
Art Is For Everyone
Roswell, Georgia February 2003
Mt. Park Elementary
2002
Alumni Art Exhibition
Kennesaw, Georgia November 2002
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
Georgia Marble Festival 2002
Jasper, Georgia September-first place sculpture
Chamber of Commerce Building
2000
Georgia Marble Festival
Jasper, Georgia September 2000
Chamber of Commerce Building
1999
1999 Senior Art Exhibition
Kennesaw Georgia, November 1999
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
16th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition
Kennesaw, Georgia May 1999-honorable-mention pottery
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
1998
Board of Regents Exhibition
Atlanta, Georgia June 1998
Midtown Board Regions Building
The Fine Art Society of Kennesaw
Kennesaw, Georgia October 1998- first place sculptur
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
15th Annual Juried Student Exhibition
Kennesaw, Georgia May 1998-second place sculpture
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
Peach belt Student Art Exhibition
Savannah, Georgia Feburary1988
Peach Belt Athletic Conference
1997
14th Annual Juried Student art Exhibition
Kennesaw, Georgia May1997-second place sculpture
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
4th Annual Southern Regional Juried Photography Competition
Kennesaw, Georgia March 1997
Kennesaw State University Visual Art Gallery
Juried Art Exhibition
Fourth Annual Art of the Golden Generation
Kennesaw, Georgia August 8th 25th 2004
Kennesaw State University, the Sturgis Library Gallery
Juror: Fernando D'Astoli
Art Place
Marietta, Georgia June 3rd-27th 2002
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Center
Juror: Fernando D'Astoli
Commissions and Private Collections
Commission
"Passage" 2004
On the Grounds II
KSU Visual Art Building
Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA.
Commission
"Embrace" 2002
Tower Place
Atlanta, GA.
Private Collection
"Virgin" 1999
"Ballerina" 2003
Paran Place
Atlanta, GA.
Private Collection
"Coumadin" 2001
Atlanta, GA.
Private Collection
"Stroke" 2000
The Royal Gallery
Switzerland
Private Collection
"Prayer" 1999
"Evolution" 1999
Marietta, GA.
Private Collection
Woman" 1999
Passion" 1999
Gwinnett, GA
Contact Information
Fernando D'Astoli carves many different types of stones. Interior and Garden monumental sculptures in Marble or Limestone are individually carved. Commissions are welcome. To visit his studio please call or e-mail for an appointment.
Sculpt Atlanta
585 Cobb Parkway South
Stone Studio Suite E
Marietta, GA 30060
info@sculptatlanta.com
404-786-5990
