A TRUE RENAISSANCE ARTIST IS ALWAYS CREATING, DOING, & STUDYING ... AND HAVE NO TIME FOR SOCIAL MEDIA AND LIKES! (But, they are welcome, hahaha)
· RESUME ·
FrancisCostavolcano's Life
"All my life I have tried not to expose myself & family publicly (social networks), and control my ego. But, this world has changed and here we are, hahaha"
EDUCATION
&
CERTIFICATES
ARTISTRY
&
CREATIVITY
MUSIC
&
SONGWRITING
LEADERSHIP
&
MEDIA
BUSINESS
& ENTRE-
PRENEURING
AS TEACHER
&
LECTURER
1980
BORN
Born in Europe, where he experienced the shift from the east side to the west side
of the occident before the iron wall fell.
1981
First Memories
"From one and a half years old to 3 years old my memories are mainly moving images without sounds. From 4 years old until these days I can remember every relevant moment of my life with images, movement, sounds, and smells".
1984
to the
PRESENT
Drawing and Illustration. Student
"I started using just my natural talent to observe and draw and a big collection of books to learn to draw...
...I had classes at 2 Universities, falling in love with urban landscapes drawing & abstract drawing of human figure"
1985
to the
PRESENT
Cooking Classes & lessons. Apprentice
"I started with elective cooking classes at school and watching days and days of cooking tv shows...
...then, during summer, for years, I was a young apprentice in a renowned catering company & in a bakery company"
1986
to
1990
Sculpting and wood Carving, Trainee
"...In every weekend and vacation my Galician grandfather taught me everything about it, from how to manage a forest to how to use the tools and which ones to use... He was a great Constructor Engineer and Artist..."
1986
to
1987
First Entrepreneurial Initiative
"Little Popsicle enterprise with two little friends, and my mother, that control all the process for healthy reasons, hahaha... Started as a game, but we end selling to the tourists at the pier of the small town where we lived. ..."
1986
to the
PRESENT
Organic Farm Assistant
"After we arrived in the Americas, I spend every weekend & Summer in our Organic (Bio) Farm. I learned about crops, and horse riding, shooting, etc... As an adult, my wife and I lived and developed an organic farm (her mother's)...
1987
to the
PRESENT
Digital Drawing and Graphic Design (Computer)
"Started with PC Paintbrush 2.0 for MS-DOS (use ms-dos for long years) in my parents Academy...
...today I use all the Adobe Softwares to create and to do the Graphic Design" (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom...)
1987
Music (Piano Student)
"Studied for just one year, but, set the base of my future development as a musician and Songwriter...
1988
to
1989
Graphic design & Silk Screen Printing Apprentice
"I started this lessons because I love art and graphic design, but mainly because we design & create T-Shirts, posters, and stickers to remove Pinochet from power. I still have my first (tiny) T-shirt designed and printed by me..."
1990
Spoke 4 languages
Spanish, Galician, English & Bulgarian
(a few years later spoke Portuguese and a little bit of Italian too... A Germanic language is coming soon! hahaha)
1991
to the
PRESENT
Photography
Started as an apprentice with my mother, for years she taught me photography. My mother studied Photography in Germany. In the 90's she took pictures for the Tourism Administration. Later I took classes at the University.
1993
to
1994
Screenwriting and Puppet Theater Diploma
In the 90's I was part of an International Youth Organization. We were teenagers from all over the world. This Diploma (Cratev ONG) help to promote integration and develop creative skills, writing, and creating with your hands.
1994
Leather & Wood Crafts Entrepreneurship
In our International Youth Organization, we create a group that started a small enterprise. We learned about
Leather and woodcrafts and we try to sell it... but, selling was a problem, we needed training on that hahaha
1995
to
2000
Leadership & Aid Activities
A few of us with other local teenagers create a Cultural Group. We started to work as volunteers to help children in need, giving them joy with movies & puppets. At the same time, I started to participate in a Young Democratic Party.
1995
to
1997
President of the Class (Highschool)
I found my voice as a leader. I was Elected Class President 3 years in a row.
In the "Liceo Abate Molina" Highschool.
1996
to
1997
Local Radio Intern
My mother has a Radio show about Women's Personal Development and Empowerment in a Local Radio Station.
So I helped her almost every Saturday for 2 years in a volunteer internship.
1997
to the
PRESENT
Furniture Design and Manufacturing
I was a Trainee since I was 6 years old, in my family every new house, new store, or business was renewed by us, from painting to the furniture, my mother design and we build. Until 1997 when I sell my first customized bookshelves (design, calculation of materials, and construction) to a teacher of my High School.
1997
to
1998
High School Radio Dj
I was a Dj in my High School Radio.
2 or 3 days per week.
1997
to
2004
Percussion Trainee and Player
My two parents were singers (My father can play any string instrument), they toured in Europe until we left.
After my rebellious attitude against the piano, I discovered that the rhythm was in my blood & that I needed it to express myself. I learned percussion, and every summer I play as a guest in Rock Bands and a Latin Jazz Band.
1997
to
1999
City President
Elected and re-elected City President of a Party like the "Young Democrats Party". (city population: 200,000)
I was the youngest president ever elected, with just 16 years old. (normally they are 25 to 30 years old)
1998
Student Government Secretary-General
Elected High School Secretary-General
"Liceo Abate Molina" High School. Over 1,800 students.
1998
Painting Classes
I wanted to improve my skills and begin to better understand colors. I felt very safe using only black and white.
Painting professor: Sergio Astudillo (Painter).
Architecture Student
Studied two years at University of Talca
in 2001 I moved to the University of Valparaiso where I finish my studies.
1999
to
2000
1999
Class President
Elected Class President of freshman Architecture Students.
University of Talca
1999
Bioclimatic Architecture Diploma
I love to learn, so I take every course, training or workshop that I can, about things that I want to learn. Bioclimatic Architecture Diploma at University of Talca was my second Diploma, my first one was when I was 13 years old.
2000
Heritage Architecture Diploma
Ideas and Projects for the Historical Town Center of Valparaiso. Diploma
ARQVAL, Chile and ACMA, Centro di Architettura, Milano, Italy
2000
Hip Hop Band
First Hip Hop Band "Cuatro Esquinas", Rap/Latin Rythms
Playing Percussion and Beatboxing. Next to 2 MCs and a Dj
2000
Student Government Secretary of Culture
Elected Secretary of Culture of the Student Union.
At the University of Talca.
Architecture Student
Started fresh as freshman in a very renowned Architecture School, at the University of Valparaiso
where I finish my studies in Architecture with the Academic Degree & Licentiate
2001
to
2007
Design Guest Student
Guest Student in a couple classes of the School of Design,
at University of Valparaiso (Products & Graphic Design).
2001
to
2003
Experimental Band Music
First Experimental Band "La Bandita", 10 members. Ambient Fusion - Experimental Rock - Indie. Musical and Artistic Co-Director with Ernesto Toloza y Sebastian Morales. We create all our instruments, I reaserched and manufacture percussion artifacts and wind instruments (my Sax-Horns) each song was played with a dramatic performance.
2001
to
2002
DJ and Live Performer
I started my career as Electronic-Chill-out-Funk DJ (composing and mixing too)
I was Dj set of the most popular places in Chile (Deck_00 Muelle Baron, Pagano Bar, among others)
2001
to
2002
2002
Co-Creator Discrete Mathematics Study Program
Co-Creator of the new Discrete Mathematics Study Program, transforming the content from a theoretical class to an applied one, with real-life exercises for 2nd year (sophomores) students of architecture. This Course was Co-Created with Professor Pedro Delgado, Head of the Mathematics Department, University of Valparaiso.
Discrete Mathematics UTA*
This year I discovered that I love to share my knowledge with others and that I'm very good & creative on that.
My first Job as * Undergraduate Teaching Assistant was in Discrete Mathematics. A Second-year course
(Sophomore) in the School of Architecture, University of Valparaiso.
2002
to
2003
2002
Heritage Urban Planning Diploma
Renovation and regeneration of historic buildings in historic areas Diploma
Goethe Institut, Germany & Ministry of Housing, Chile
2002
to
2005
Student Government President
Elected and re-elected several times Architecture School President, at the University of Valparaiso.
I Started very early, being just a sophomore,... in my second-year there.
2003
to
2005
Event Production Company
Co-founded "Neuf Concept", Event Production Company, we produced the most memorable New Year's parties on the Valparaiso Bay Area (The first one was with less than 500 people, but the last one was packed out over 3,000 people at the venue, plus the people waiting to enter that completely occupied the streets around)
2004
Technology Transfer Workshop
At the international congress of architecture students in Tucuman, Argentina.
Lectures about how to build with recyclable materials by CEDA, University of Montevideo, Uruguay
Construction 1 UTA*
* Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of Construction 1 (Structural behavior & Creative Structures) Freshman course
School of Architecture, University of Valparaiso
2004
to
2006
2004
First Solo Album · Chill-Out Music
"Viaje Costero" Album (Chill Out music), was my first Solo work, I did the songwriting and the recording of every instrument. This work was never published, just used for live shows where I play with 2 digital turntables, 1 mic for voices & beatboxing, and 1 Theremin. I Composed this music on my first tour through Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile.
2005
Restoration & Structural Reinforcement Intern
Intern at Larrain, Prieto, Risopatron, a Big Construction Company. I was the Architect on-site on the
Restoration & Structural Reinforcement of the historic post-office building of Valparaiso (Bauhaus Style).
Construction 2 UTA*
* Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of Construction 2 (Creative Structures)
School of Architecture, University of Valparaiso
2005
to
2006
Urban Design UTA*
* Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of Urban Design for Seniors (Fourth-year)
School of Architecture, University of Valparaiso
2005
to
2006
2005
to
2016
Costavolcano Organic Food, Yarns & Fibers
With my wife, we Co-Founded our first entrepreneurship, Costavolcano Organic foods, Yarns & Fibers. This was the seed for all our companies, especially for our health and food supplements companies.
2005
3,000 people Show
My First gig for more than 3,000 people, as DJ / Musician, playing live (2 Turntables + 1 Mic + 1 Theremin)
New Year's party 2005, Ascensor Reina Victoria, Valparaiso
2005
National Student Leader & Lecturer
In the National Students protests of 2005 ("Revolucion Pinguina"). My friend Julio Ramirez and I created a document that I taught in Lectures about "How to change the Constitution to Improve the Educational System in Chile". With other people, we form a team that travels to different cities and universities teaching about the constitution.
2006
Cultural Enterprises Seminar
How to develop and manage companies in the cultural industry
Lecturer: Andrés Morte i Teres (Cultural Manager from Catalunia), University of Valparaiso.
2006
Urban Planning Diploma
Margins and Urban Interstices, Diploma
University of Delft, Holland & University of Valparaiso, Chile
2006
Urban Systems UTA*
* Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of Urban Systems for Seniors (Fourth-year)
School of Architecture, University of Valparaiso
2006
Second Solo Album · Rap / Funk music
"Conciencia Global" Mixtape (New music, new show, now was a Funk-Rap-Chill-Out) Songwriting and the performance of all Voices, Chorus and Instruments. Launched just for live shows.
2006
Licentiate in Architecture
I got my Licentiate Degree in Architecture,
at the University of Valparaiso.
2007
Student Union Head of Communications
I created the communication strategy and the protests "new concept" that changes the image of the protests in Chile forever. I thought we should have the Public Opinion in our favor, and the violence far away. So I Designed and organized all the protests from the Arts, with musicians, actors and all the people marching happily.
2007
Chancellor Giant Puppet
The protests were because, we found that the Chancellor & some Deans were taking money from the University. So I create with a lot of help a big giant articulated Puppet of the Chancellor (22 feet tall), that was the central attraction of our protests, All the TV stations & the national press wanted to talk about our demands and the giant puppet.
2007
Student's Victory
After just 2 months on strike, the student movement unity and my communications strategy worked. All the country listened to our demands & the Chancellor was removed & prosecuted by the Justice. For the first time since before the Pinochet dictatorship, the entire process & protests were carried out without violence or damage to the cities.
2007
Over 5,000 people Concert
My First gig for more than 5,000 people, as Singer and Musician, playing live my own song,
featuring Favio Jazz Trio. At San Mateo Beach, Valparaiso
2007
Giant Puppets Artist
After I create the giant articulated Puppet of the Chancellor (22 feet tall; 7m), thanks to all the attention from the TV stations & the national press I started receiving requests to manufacture more giant Puppets. One of the most significant was a Real scale Tank with a Giant Articulated Puppet of the Santiago Wanderers Soccer Team Mascot.
2007
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture,
at the University of Valparaiso.
2007
Over 10,000 people Concert
My First Concert for more than 10,000 people, as Singer and Musician, playing my own songs live featuring
Favio Jazz Trio. At Velodromo Stadium, Playa Ancha
2007
to
2008
Body Paint Services Entrepreneurship
Co-Create Artestilo, a entrepreneurship that we work as Body Paint artists for mass events, New Year's parties and big fashion brands. We did paintwork for photo shoots and live shows.
2007
to
2008
Regional Radio Host (Creator & Producer)
I was the Creator, Producer & Host of 2 different & very successful Shows in the 97.3, Radio Valentin Letelier, University of Valparaiso: (1) Global Conscience: a talk show from the future, where I interviewed Senators, Ministers, Pop Musicians, etc.; (2) Puerto Records: All about Music, Rap, Funk and R&B, in a "floating studio" traveling the world.
2008
Advertising Agency Intern
I love to learn, so, when I started to work in architecture, I found a place to work part-time, as an Intern in an Advertising Agency for a few months, developing new projects. Until today I work as a Freelance designer developing Brands and products (Object & Graphic Design, and Marketing Strategy )
2008
to
2014
Co-Founder Costavolcano Art & Deco
In late 2008, my wife & I started creating fashion accessories as a hobby, mainly for her to wear. Until one day we decided to give it a try. We made a sample of earrings with our Organic Alpaca Fiber & Silver, and we presented the idea to Prochile, a service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that promotes exports, they love our innovative idea and started to help us in everything, from Training courses & postgraduate diplomas, to business meetings, travels, etc.
2009
Fashion Design Seminar
Fashion Design Seminar/Workshop, "Creating a Portfolio"
by Prochile, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2009
Fashion Design Diploma
"Creation of a Collection" Fashion Design Diploma, How to create a collection, business model, design conceptualization, etc. by Prochile, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2009
Entrepreneurial Skills Development Diploma
I toke a one-semester class of Entrepreneurial Skills Development. Classes were taught by the 3IE institute, the business incubator department of the Federico Santa Maria University.
2009
First International Tour and Fashion Runway
My wife and I did our first International tour with Fashion Runways as artists an fashion designers to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Chile & Colombia. We created a really innovative technique and designs using our Organic Alpaca Fiber and Silver, we were part of the first designers that made knitting, and the fibers and yarns fashionable, trendy.
2009
First International Photography Trip
For the first time, I took the time to tour part of Europe taking Photography...
Doing Urban Photography, and Landscape Photography. And experimenting with Product Photography.
2009
to
2015
Advisor & Co-Developer
I started as Advisor & Co-Developer of Edelweiss Organic Educational Farm
I advise on Sustainable architecture and the business model.
2010
Sustainability and Environment Seminar
Carbon Footprint as a Competitive Tool, Seminar
Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso University
2010
to
2015
Costavolcano Architecture and Construction
Co-Founder of Costavolcano Architecture and Construction. developing sustainable design at the time that works in the reconstruction of more than 6 Towers and Buildings in Chile (2010-11) after the 9.1 Earthquake of 2010.
2010
Buildings Structural Damage Repair Seminar
Now I know how to do Epoxy Injections to a fractured Structure in a skyscraper...
and how to use Carbon fiber fabric to repair or build. Sika Chemical Company, Sika AG
2010
How to Export Step by Step Seminar
How to export step by step, Seminar
Prochile, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2011
Business Negotiation Workshop
To Develop Negotiation Skills in the business world
Economy Faculty, Adolfo Ibanez University
2011
New York Headquarters
Costavolcano Art and Deco started to operate in NYC. We participated in almost every relevant fair, show, exhibition and online. My wife and I started to live and work there, we lived for a few years in winter. We moved from winter in the southern hemisphere to winter in NYC.
2011
International Business Post Graduate Diploma
This Post Graduate Diploma helped me to understand the world and all the regulations and laws of different
countries to develop our business everywhere. Economy Faculty, University of Chile & Prochile
2012
to
2014
Lecturer - Trainer
I started as a Lecturer at Edelweiss Organic Educational Farm. I create 2 Courses: Sustainable Construction & Entrepreneurial Skills Training. To improve employability and promote the empowerment of female heads of household and poor single mothers.
International Lecturer
I Created my most renowned Master Class "Development of Creative Skills for Innovation". Doing lectures in many places and organizations. Helping students and other creatives and entrepreneurs to focus and learn how to read the market or cultural scope and get in touch with their own skills to succeed in a sustainable way. I had Worked with: Angloamerican Mining Co.; Teck Resources Ltd. Mining Co.; Eurochile Foundation; Aconcagua University; etc.
2012
to the
PRESENT
2013
Construction & Interior Design Teacher
I created and taught the course of "Construction and Interior Design" for enterprising women.
In the Entrepreneurship Center of the Aconcagua University.
Costavolcano Labs
My wife & I Co-Founded Costavolcano Labs (She is a Civil Biochemical Engineer) We started with 3 other biochemical engineers for research & development of Nutraceutical Natural Supplements & Healthy Foods, that collaborate in the prevention and treatment of cancer and other chronic diseases like diabetes, Alzheimer, Parkinson, among others.
2013
to the
PRESENT
A true Renaissance Man:
. Artist . Architect . Designer . Musician . Singer . Songwriter . Photographer . Entrepreneur . Lecturer . Broadcasting & Media Developer . Illustrator . Board Game Designer . Sustaible & Environmentally Friendly Developer .