Shawn Kolodny

About

Sculptor who specializes in large outdoor projects in contemporary art. On his kolodnyart Instagram page, he has 330,000 followers who can see some of his art installations and how he makes them. 

Before Fame

He has spent 15 years making large scale art installations for private residences, cultural institutions, and businesses. He studied at Syracuse University with a degree in industrial design and before he became an artist, he worked in the hospitality industry owning night clubs in New York City. 

Trivia

He also owns a company called Big Shiny Balls which does large inflatables for parties. Some of them include giant disco balls, hairy balls, and large pool balls. He also did large giant friendship bracelets for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2024. 

Family Life

He is from the United States. He grew up with his parents who encouraged his art when he was a kid by enrolling him in sculpture class when he was 13. 

Associated With

He has worked with different brands and celebs like House of Creed, Missoni, Snow Lodge at the St Regis Aspen, and Paris Hilton.