Micheal Dransfield

Qualification Statement

Highly skilled theming artist with extensive experience in taking
projects from conception to completion.

Professional Experience

Preplanning

• Construct models for the design team's approval and for visual
  reference during construction.
  
• Create samples to display aspects which will appear in the finished product.
  
• Lay out working drawings to provide dimensions and details to supplement project plans.
  
• Choose color pallet which serves as a reference for painting.

Structure

• Construct footing if required to support project, including forms, reinforcement and concrete.
  
• Erect armature from steel or foam which provides reinforcement for the theme work.
  
• Install lath or other backing material.
  
• pre-shape structure coat to prepare for texture.

Finish Texture

• Shape the finish material and stamp or handcarve texture.
  
• Finish the theme work to remove tool marks and provide a unified appearance.
  
• Paint finished product to achieve the desired effect.

Fabrications

• Construct molds by carving/prepping plugs (item to be copied) and cast molds using various techniques.
  Create castings by applying material to mold, allowing to cure and removing.

Employment History

Certified Pool Mechanics, Bonita springs, Florida 2003-Late 2003 Lead Theming Artist, Marko Island, Sarasota springs and Bonita beach Florida, Hilton hotel/Timeshare Resorts

Liquid landscapes, Wildwood, Ga 2002-2003
Theming/pond building, various residential jobs

Valley Crest, Orlando, Florida 2000-2001
Theming , Disney Animal Kingdom Lodge

The Larson Company, Orlando, Florida 1998-2000
Lead Carver/Painter, Sea World - Discovery Cove, Penguin VIP Exhibit, Sea Loin and Otter Stadium Waterfall,
Clyde and Seamore Take Treasure Island Set
Universal Studios - Seuss Landing

Valley Crest, Orlando, Florida 1997-1998
Theming, Disney Animal Kingdom-Aisa
Universal Studios - Jurassic Park (Pedestal Rock Work)

Certified Enviroscapes, Bonita Springs, Florida 1997-1997
Lead Artist, Holiday Inn (Waterfall/Pirate Ship), Circus Circus Casino (Interior Oak Trees)

The Larson Company, Tucson, Arizona 1992-1997
Fabricator/Carver, Ripley's Aquarium, Disney Animal Kingdom-Africa, Fashion Cafe, Penghu Taiwan Aquarium, Pier
39 Aquarium, New Jersey State Aquarium, Treasure Bay Casino, Florida Aquarium

References and Portfolio Available Upon Request