About Sunbrothers


"No man is an island"


I've had, and continue to have, the pleasure of many collaborations over the years. Some, like my work with Dennis, have influenced and defined Sunbrothers in ways beyond measure. For these I am deeply grateful, and consider myself a lucky man.

picture of KevinKevin Gauna
is originally from Los Angeles and studied Material Science at UC Berkeley. He has worked for Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and currently works with the California Lighting Technology Center developing energy efficient technologies, and specializes in LED illumination applications. He is a self taught sculptor, and lists metal work, glass work, electronics design, and solar engineering among the many skills that his artwork and engineering endeavors have led him to develop.

picture of DennisDennis Baum
grew up in the Bay Area, got a degree in Astrophysics from UC Berkeley, and makes a hobby of trying hobbies. His enthusiasm, openmindedness, and technical abilities have proven essential as Sunbrothers grew from an idea to a reality.

picture of AmberAmber Mace has used her considerable talents to coordinate events and provide VITAL general support.

picture of JeremyJeremy Lutes of Light Fantastic, assists with circuit board design and programming. He was also the mastermind of the Lily Pond project, and has been a vast source of information and expertise.

picture of Joe Joe Rut creates the beautiful woodwork used in some of the larger sculptures, as well as custom hardwood vases for the Long Stem Roses.

Dan Wooddell is a Bay Area glass artist and is responsible for the Electrically Engineered Corn cobs and Giant Carrots.

James Austin of Alchemy Metalworks is a skilled blacksmith and craftsperson and runs a forge West Oakland.

picture of DaveDavid Andres of Therm is an inventor and machinist who has lent his metalworking skill and advice on numerous Sunbrothers projects.

picture of Sad ClareClare Carverpicture of Happy Clare provides graphic design support, and uses her artistic abilities to help with our website design and invitations.

picture of SkeeterSkeeter Thompson is our CEO (Chief Executive Optimist).

and last, but certainly not least, picture of MaiaMaia Bazjanac, my love, my light, (my fiance!), always there to suffer the horrendous work schedule, pick up the emergency pieces, and keep me anchored and sane.

Technical web support courtesy of Techprovider. They keep our website up and running.

Many other folks, friends and family, provide much needed encouragement and behind-the-scenes support!

Thank you ALL!!

1345 South 50th St. Richmond, CA 94804 - 510.215.2884 - kevin@sunbrothers.com
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