Who is Howard Friedler? Howard Friedler is a world renown sculptor living in Portland Oregon. 
His degree is in psychology...  His passion is in art..
He's been carving since he was a child, first experimenting in wood, clay, stone, prehistoric (legal) ivory, horn, antler, and finally gemstones. But when he began carving crystals internally, he invented a new form of art.

Howard grew up in Los Angeles and began drawing as a young child. He has won numerous carving awards. *Best in Show* THE GEMMYS. Howard also loves to play harmonica. His true passion is sculpting. 

Howard friedler was awarded THE GEMMYS
*Best of competition* for his piece "Pixies and Fairies turning Water into Wine" 2007

Howard Friedler 
*** THE GEMMYS Best of Competition 2007
*** THE GEMMYS First Place, Gem Objects 2007

Pixies and Fairies turning Water into Wine, Ukraine bicolored topaz (1,719 carats), Bolivian ametrine (19.5 carats), and Yukon jade (950 carats). 
13 cm x 8 cm x 4 cm. 
Photo: Howard Friedler.