Textron Soars to 100th Anniversary

What began as a small New England yarn business in 1923, Textron, Inc. has grown into a $12.4 billion company, with a worldwide presence in 25 countries. The company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial, and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services. To commemorate a century of growth and “Powering Possibilities,” Textron collaborated with artist Lawrence Romorini to create One Of A Kind 3-dimensional art that visually captures its unique history. (more…)

CEO Retirement Art Honors Longtime Advia Leader

Advia honored their retiring CEO with a One Of A Kind retirement gift.

The 3-dimensional art measures 24” x 24” x 3.5”, with a birdseye maple structure, slanted inner sides and a gold filet. It contains miniaturized photos, publications and 3D items to communicate the Credit Union’s history, achievements under the CEO’s leadership and favorite memories. The story starts at the top and continues counterclockwise around the art. Logos for the CEO’s leadership affiliations are on the four compasses, matching the shape of the Core Values centerpiece. (more…)

Colorado Serum Co. Celebrates 100th Anniversary Story with One Of A Kind 3-Dimensional Art

A major player in the Animal Health Industry is celebrating a century of proudly being “The Peak of Quality Since 1923.” Colorado Serum Company chose to commemorate this milestone working with Lawrence Romorini to create One Of A Kind 3-dimensional centennial art. This retrospective lobby art celebrates Colorado Serum’s history, people, products, accomplishments. (more…)

#ThrowbackThursday—Celebrating the Anniversary of Chicago Bulls 500th Consecutive Sell-Out

#ThrowbackThursday to 25 years ago when the Chicago Bulls commissioned One Of A Kind to create 3-dimensional art celebrating their phenomenal decade: 1987-1997. Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Phil Jackson…amazing achievements!

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A One Of A Kind Retirement Gift for the CEO of WD-40, An Iconic Product with 2000 Uses

WD-40 Company honored their long-time CEO with a One Of A Kind retirement gift: 3-dimensional commemorative art. The custom-made art is as unique as its recipient, capturing Mr. Ridge’s life and career with WD-40 in an extraordinary way. (more…)

Happy 40th Anniversary, USA TODAY!

It’s September 15, and 40 years ago today the way Americans read their daily news fundamentally changed when USA TODAY was launched. Happy Anniversary to The Nation’s Newspaper–especially to the founders! Five short years later, One Of A Kind Art Studio’s destiny to create corporate 3-dimensional commemorative art was launched. (more…)

Children’s National Hospital Anniversary Art: Celebrating the First 150 Years of History

Size of the art: 60″ x 51″ x 5″

When Children’s National Hospital was looking for an extraordinary way to commemorate their 150th anniversary story, Lawrence Romorini’s One Of A Kind 3-dimensional art was their answer.

Over 18 months, Children’s National and One Of A Kind teamed up to review the hospital’s archives, selecting images and 3D items to reflect the hospital’s pediatric focus, care, research, community, growth, and expertise since 1870. The time, creativity, and effort resulted in an amazing piece of anniversary art to celebrate Children’s past and present. (more…)

One Of A Kind Digital Interactive Website to Celebrate Your Anniversary Globally

In a world where more employees are teleworking and companies are expanding globally, how do you have a company anniversary celebration that is inclusive of everyone? One Of A Kind Art Studio offers a fantastic solution: an interactive website feature of your organization’s 3-dimensional anniversary art.

Every One Of A Kind collage is uniquely customized for each history by artist Lawrence Romorini. Romorini creates this personalized art with photos, publications, 3D items, and miniatures. They make a powerful presentation, and lasting legacy.

Lincoln Electric 125th Anniversary Art. Explore the interactive website feature.

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From Discovery to Mastery: Creating “The Ultimate Shadow Box”

Discovery

Arts, sports, science, dance, engineering, music, cooking, film, technology – our lives are rich with so many wonders that we have brought into our cultures. But these ideas, items, and inventions weren’t always a part of our world, and they definitely didn’t start at the level we experience them now. The beauty about humans is we have the discoverers and the pioneers; and then we have “masters” who take an idea and develop it to its greatest potential.

The concept of a shadow box is no different. The term shadow box, with the first known use in 1891, refers to a display case with an enclosed glass front that contains objects presented in a thematic grouping. The positioning and different depths of the objects create a dramatic visual effect. It offers a great way to preserve while still enjoy viewing memorabilia.

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What Makes a CEO Retirement Memorable? The 5 P’s!

Your CEO is dynamic, beloved, and perhaps they are the founder. Under their vision and leadership, the company has grown and succeeded despite challenges. And after years of service to the company or organization, their retirement is approaching.

So what do you plan for the truly exceptional CEO upon retirement as a thank you for the years they dedicated to your organization? There are 5 P’s that can help make the retirement occasion a memorable success:

Prepare     Pause     Praise     Present     Preserve

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