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Alfred Paredes

Alfred Paredes took my Artist As Brand class at Laguna College of Art and Design in the Spring of 2010. He is a very talented sculptor who graduated from LCAD but was disappointed with his career at the time. Alfred loves classical and fantastical sculpture and wanted to know how to work both markets. He really applied what was learned in the course and is reaping the benefits. You can see his work here-alfredparedes.comapsculpturestudio.comHe just sent a note that touched me deeply.Greg, I want to thank you for inspiring me to follow my dreams and believe in my work. This year has been the best year I've had (financially and exposure-wise). My work is gaining a reputation for quality and originality and I'm selling more and more. I may still take on work for other people, but it's on my terms and part of my business plan. Plus I get to take the projects I want to work on and say no to projects I don't want to work on. That's a great position to be in from my perspective.Despite having started a family, I'm still creating a lot of work and getting myself out there as much as I can. The website has been a great success in getting my name out there. I've even had some celebrity clients. I'm currently working on a 9 foot tall monument for the city of Arcadia (currently in the design phase). It'll be my small mark on the history of sculpture, as that bronze statue will out live many generations to come.Keep spreading the word and doing what you do. I've been recommending your workshop and speaking highly of it whenever I get the opportunity.I hope you've had a wonderful Thanksgiving and that the rest of your holiday season is filled with creativity and love.Cheers!! Your friend,AlfredThis is the kind of empowerment and success I want all artists to experience.  It is why I created Artist As Brand.To your success,Greg