Resume

Michael R. Schwartz

Summary

45 years of professional experience as a metalsmith, gemologist, conservator and educator in the metals field.

Education

  • Master of Education: University of Maryland, 1980

  • Bachelor of Science: University of Maryland, 1978

Experience Highlights

  • 1971-present Owner of CREATIVE METALWORKS , a precious metals conservation and design laboratory specializing in large precious metals conservation and restoration services, original ceremonial objects, and custom jewelry design.

  • 2006-present Owner of CREATIVE METALWORKS SCHOOL OF DESIGN; a metals educational facility specializing in non-ferrous metals fabrication and casting for the museum and arts community.

  • 2004-present Owner of CREATIVE METALWORKS TOOL and SUPPLY; a stocking distributor of essential, unique and novel supplies to the non-ferous metals community.

  • 1996 Chairperson of the Washington Guild of Goldsmiths biennial exhibition, Metalwork 96.

  • 1976-1987 Instructor of precious metals casting workshops: Inter-Gem Corporation Inc., Washington, DC

  • 1983 Art Instructor/Silversmithing: Montgomery College, MD

  • 1981-1982 Art Instructor/Silversmithing: Prince Georges Community College, MD

  • 1978-1982 Administrator/Instructor: Holistic Design School, Washington, DC

  • 1975-1982 Director of silversmithing, goldsmithing and casting programs: Treasure of the Pirates Jewelry School, Bethesda, MD

  • 1975-1978 Importer of gems from Mexico

  • 1974-1978 Precious gems sales representative: N.V. Malhotra, NY, NY

Major Works

  • 2013 Hillwood Museum: Restoration of 19th century Austrian Centerpiece

  • 2013 Blair House: Restoration of 20th century Chandelier

  • 2010 Maryland State Archives: Restoration of 19th century USS Maryland Silver Service

  • 2007 Government House Lamps: Restoration of 19th century copper and cast iron entry lamps, Annapolis, MD

  • 2007 Mobius1: anticlaste and sinclast anniversary sculpture, sterling silver and 18K gold

  • 2006 Kent State University Presidential Medal

  • 2003 Restoration of the Liscum Bowl. Presented to the US 9th infantry by the Empress of China in

  • 2002 Clark Atlanta University Mace and President Medal

  • 2000 Pepco Past and Present: presented to James Clark; Director, Shareholder and Friend, Washington,DC

  • 1999 10501 Wheatley Street: Designed and renovated the 7200 Square foot building to house Creative Metalworks, Kensington, MD

  • 1998 International Peace Award: presented by President Jimmy Carter to the Sultan of Oman, Washington,DC

  • 1998 Asia Society Medal: commissioned by the Asia Society, New York, NY

  • 1997 Entrepreneurial Award Goblets: commissioned by the IEEE Computer Society, Washington, DC

  • 1997 The Justin Smith Morrell Medals: commissioned annually 1995-97 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture

  • 1997 The Seaman Knapp Medals: commissioned annually 1994-98 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture

  • 1997 Excellence in Journalism Awards: commissioned annually 1994-97 by the American Legislative Exchange Council, Washington, DC

  • 1997 The Adam Smith Awards: commissioned annually 1993-97 by the American Legislative Exchange Council, Washington, DC

  • 1995 Eisenhower Medals: commissioned annually 1991-95 by The Holocaust Museum, Washington, DC

  • 1994 The Angel Mace: commissioned by the Washington Cathedral, Washington, DC

  • 1994 The Robert Anderson Awards: commissioned annually 1992-94 by the American Council on Education, Washington, DC

  • 1993 Women of Valor Awards: commissioned by B'na Brith Women, Washington, DC

  • 1987 The Willard: commissioned by Partners for Livable Places for Oliver T. Carr, Washington, DC

  • 1986-1999 815 Monroe Street: Designed and renovated the building for Creative Metalworks, Washington, DC

  • 1985 Braddock Place Models: commissioned by Savage Fogarty Developers, Alexandria, VA

  • 1984 Canal Center Models: commissioned by Savage Fogarty Developers, Alexandria, VA

  • 1983 The Megillah Cover: commissioned by Temple Micah, Washington, DC

  • 1982 The Fantasy Carousels, a collaborative project: the first of the edition; eighteen sold nationally

  • 1981 The Crown of Mexico: currently on exhibition with the Inter-Gem Corporation Inc., Rockville, MD

  • 1979 The Crown of Africa: currently on exhibition with the Inter-Gem Corporation Inc., Rockville, MD

  • 1978 The Water Tower: presented to Mayor Jane Byrne of Chicago, IL

  • 1977 The Crown of Brazil: currently on exhibition with the Inter-Gem Corporation Inc., Rockville, MD

Articles

  • The Washington Flyer, photo and description of the Willard Hotel, page 28, December 1995

  • The Carousel News and Trader, feature article on Fantasy Carousel, page 30, April 1990

  • Washington Home and Garden, "outrageous and massive door latch for the "Hoagie House" A custom home designed by the Jersey Devils 1990

  • American Craft Magazine, Aaron Faber Gallery featuring the Carousel, page 16, December 1989

  • Galleries Guide, Washington and Baltimore, Urchin Earrings, page 16, December 1989

  • Guest Informant Magazine, featured the Fantasy Carousel, page 191, November 1989

  • Arts and Antiques Magazine, Aaron Faber Gallery features Carousel, page 28, December 1989

  • The Crafts Report, feature article in centerfold, "Washington Metalsmith Prospers" June 1988

  • Northeast Star, feature article on Washington artist Michael Schwartz, February 1987

  • Next Whole Earth Catalog, featured Crown of Africa, cover of Lapidary Journal, page 261 1980

  • Geode Industries Magazine, cover and feature article on Crown of Africa, March 1980

  • Lapidary Journal, cover and feature article on the Crown of Africa, page 2508, March 1980

  • Lapidary Journal, safety article, “Everything organized within easy reach", page 2312, February 1980

  • Gems and Minerals Directory, article on Crown of Brazil, page 86, September 1978

  • Chicago Tribune, article on Crown of Brazil, Section 11, September 24th 1978

  • Chicago Tribune, article on Water Tower Tiara, Section 2, September 19th 1978

  • Lapidary Journal, cover and feature article on the Crown of Brazil, page 1060, August 1978

  • Lapidary Journal, article on Crown of Brazil, page 774, June 1978

  • Oakland Tribune, article on Crown of Brazil, Sunday, April 16 1978

  • Lapidary Journal, article on Crown of Brazil, page 2557, March 1978

Shows

  • Rock Creek Gallery, Creative Metalworks, Washington, DC 1998

  • Heaven on Earth, invitational exhibit, Goldman Art Gallery, Rockville, MD 1997

  • Washington Guild of Goldsmiths, Metalwork 96, Juried show, Washington, DC 1996

  • Washington Guild of Goldsmiths, Metalwork 91, juried show, Arlington, VA 1991

  • American Crafts Council, 25th Anniversary Baltimore Exhibition, juried show, Baltimore, MD 1990

  • Zenith Remembers Group Show, Zenith Gallery, Washington, DC 1989

  • Washington Guild of Goldsmiths, Metalwork 89, juried show, Bethesda, MD 1989

  • International Gem and Mineral Show, Washington, DC 1989

  • Aaron Faber Gallery, group show, New York, NY 1988

  • American Heritage Marketplace, juried show, Washington, DC 1987

  • Zenith Gallery, group shows, Washington, DC 1979-1986

References and Portfolio

Available upon request.