Ian Austin
Illustration, Puppets, Costumes, Set painting, Photography and more — Oneonta, NY
About
I am currently a photographer for The Freemans' Journal/ Hometown Oneonta Newspaper. I also am a Coordinator at the Oneonta Teen Center where I teach art classes in various mediums including mask making, drawing, giant puppet making and more. I am frequently hired by Orpheus theatre to paint drops for their performances.
I recently finished my first book cover for 'The Einstein Sisters Bag the Flying Monkeys" by Irving Wesley Hall.
Attended two years at Sage college in Albany , three at The School of Visual Arts in NY under such great artists as Steve Brodner, and Ju Chung
- Experience:
- 10+ years
- Education:
- School of Visual Arts 2003-2006
Sage College at Albany 2001-2003 - Awards:
- March 2013: 8ft tall talking head of Oz was featured in Milford Central Schools' production of The Wizard of Oz
March 2013: Alien costume featured on Dailycosplay.com
Feb. 2013: Photography featured in SUNY Oneonta course book
Nov. 2012: Alien Costume earns 3rd place in Instructables.com Halloween Costume Contest
Oct 2012: Created large scale Grim Reaper puppet for First Night Oneonta
Oct 2012: The Maitlands masks come in at #10 of the 25 Best-Ever Halloween Costumes by Readers of Buzzfeed.com, with the Alien Xenomorph coming in at #2.
Sept. 2012: Audrey II plant puppets stage 1-4 created for and featured in Orpheus Theatre of Little Shop of Horrors
Aug 2012: Designed logo for S.H.I.F.T
Dec 2011: Best Puppets in Parade award for Cymbal Monkey and Owl Spirit..
Oct. 2011: The Maitlands masks receive First place prize in NECA Costume Contest, Paranormal Phenomena Contest and several others online and locally.
Oct 2009: Capresso Best Costume Award, Foothills Best Costume Award for Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robot costume
April 2008: Created cover illustration for "The Einstein Sisters Bag the Flying Monkeys" by Irving Wesley Hall
April 2008: Designed logo for "Tuning In...Tuning Up"
Dec. 2007: Featured in UCCCA show 'Many Faces'. Work featured on advertising card.
July 2007: UCCCA Reginal Art Show
Apr. 2007: featured on national STEP IT UP '07 website for art installation and mural "Metropolis Down Under"
June 2006: Excellence in Painting Award at UCCCA
May 2004: Martin J. Geischen Award
SAGE Alumni Association Certificate of Merit
April 2003: Opalka Gallery
1997: Designed logo for Oneonta Boys and Girls Club
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QUALIFICATIONS
I received my Associates Degree in illustration at Sage college in Albany, and received my Bachelors in Illustration The School of Visual Arts in New York City. In addition, I studied photography and graphic design. I also have experience in set painting, large scale puppet and costume building as well as mask and prop making.
EDUCATION
2003-2006 Bachelors’ in Illustration, School of Visual Arts
2001-2003 Associates’ in Illustration, Sage College at Albany
EMPLOYMENT
Jan. 2013: Director of Oneonta Teen Center under the YMCA
April 2008: Designed logo for private business TUNING IN...TUNING UP
Feb. 2008: Designed cover for "The Einstein Sisters Bag the Flying Monkeys" by Irving Wesley Hall
2006-Present: Scenic Artist for Orpheus Theatre. Sets include: Beauty and the Beast, The Producers, Cabaret, Bye, Bye, Birdie, and the creation of the four Audrey II plant puppets for Little Shop of Horrors.
2010-2011: Scenic Artist/ Prop maker for The Oneonta Stage Players. Worked on Always, Patsie Cline, A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol, The Odd Couple (female version) and Frankenstein:1930 in black and white.
2010-Present: lead photographer for Hometown Oneonta Newspaper.
Sept. 2006- Dec 2012: Director of Youth Activities, The Oneonta Teen Center
-Organized, supervised, and planned concerts, events, classes and fundraisers.
-Taught creative classes in mask-making, sculpture and toy making.
-Designed posters for events and other promotional items including logos and writing press releases.
Oct ’04-Apr ‘05/Sept ’05-Apr-’06: Child Care Provider Asst.. Virginia Day Nursery
- Assisted 2-4 yr. Old children prepare for meals, nap time, playtime, and activities such as reading and art.
- Helped 2-4 yr. Old children develop reading and writing skills through reading books, object recognition, etc.
- Assisted School Age children (7-12) with mathematics, English and art projects.
June-Aug 2006: Camp Counselor/ Teacher, Camp Emerson
- Managed and oversaw bunk activities and organization of 12 boys.
- Taught two classes daily in Archery.
- Taught Classes in cartooning and mask making.
- Helped construct theatre sets, props, and large-scale puppets.
Nov 2003: Design selected for Sage College Thanksgiving card
REFERENCES
Sarah Lynn Serafin -
Raphael Sason - 607.432.1234
David Hayes - 607.353.9000
