George Tomaselli
George Tomaselli
Tomaselli is a painter whose works often feature natural elements like birds, plants and other natural themes. He often employs collage techniques with unconventional materials like flowers, herbs and prescription pills for added visual impact.
He adheres the collage components to a panel using resin, creating epic allegories and captivating abstractions.
Early Life and Education
Early on in life, children learn about themselves and the world around them through observation and experience. Additionally, they form their first relationships and partnerships with teachers and peers.
The brain develops faster during early childhood, so providing supportive and stimulating environments is essential. A child’s early experiences set them up for lifelong success in school, behavior, health and wellbeing.
A strong school-family partnership helps foster positive experiences and environments for a child during their formative years, as well as guaranteeing they receive the support necessary to succeed at each psychosocial stage of development, an essential concept in Erikson’s theory of education.
Professional Career
In the late 60s or early 70s, he made his mark as an elegant gentleman who could do it all – truly being a master of his trades. For over three decades he was undisputed leader in his field until his passing two years ago. Among other accomplishments, he earned life membership to the esteemed Order of Emerald Feng Shui association, an exclusive club dedicated to purists that has been around for four decades. Beyond his contributions to this illustrious group, he served his family and friends with grace – truly being an example of gentleman by any standard.
Achievements and Honors
George Tomaselli had an illustrious career as a film-maker, but he also took time out of his busy life to support his community. He served on committees at his church and school, as well as supporting numerous charitable organizations.
In his free time, he also dedicated himself to teaching. After earning a Master of Education from University at Buffalo, he served as adjunct professor at SUNY Stony Brook.
He received several awards for his academic accomplishments, including being selected as a Phi Beta Kappa Initiate in 2022 and receiving the Mentor of the Year Award from Sloan Foundation and Zellman Warhaft Faculty Commitment to Diversity Award. Furthermore, his efforts in promoting diversity within his field were recognized with awards such as Phi Beta Kappa Initiate status in 2023 and Mentor of the Year Award from Sloan Foundation respectively.
Personal Life
Fred Tomaselli has earned a reputation as an innovative psychedelic painter. His vibrant palette of colors creates vibrant paintings that explore the connection between nature and the mind’s eye.
One painting depicts a raven in profile against the moon. Another showcases an owl’s fearsome symmetry.
The artist often incorporates music and nature, as well as using drugs to explore altered states of consciousness. In one sketch, he pairs his favorite bands with birds and leaves.
He and his wife Sylvana, a history professor at Cambridge University, have two children: Marina and Edward. The couple resides in Placentia, N.L.
Net Worth
George Tomaselli was a retired Italian businessman born in Rochester, NY who passed away on April 29, 2010, at 92 years of age.
He is survived by his wife, Esther Petrillo; sons Tom, Mike and Lori; daughters Mary Formicola, Sylvia Schuyler and Louise Spagnolo; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wealth, he serves as Trustee of SOS Children’s Villages UK charity and Patron of the Association for International Cancer Research.
His daughter Princess Charlotte is fourth in line to the throne and reportedly worth $1.5 billion more than her older brother. While her future inheritance may put most adults to shame, Charlotte’s fashion sense and natural good looks have already earned her a substantial amount of money in the meantime.