We recently connected with John Kolczynski and have shared our conversation below.

John, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Can you talk to us about how you learned to do what you do?

I first started creating costumes for myself, I was a dance performer, therefore, to save money I decided to create my own costumes, I learned by watching time less YouTube ‘How To’ videos. I think, what I could’ve done to speed up my learning process was taking in person sewing classes, but I believe my most essential skill is the ability to watch something and then do it myself.
Some obstacles that stood in my way of learning was my lack of knowledge regarding fabric types, needle types, and sewing machine functions.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

My name is John Andrew Kolczynski. I am a 25 year old self taught fashion designer and owner of Anton LaRosa. I mainly make costumes for performers such as Dancers and Drag Performers, but as an artist, I refuse to limit myself. Along with dance apparel, I make gowns for women.
I love participating in local fashion shows here in Denver to put my line out there and allow people to see what i can create.
I started out as a performer making costumes for myself, then I thought to myself, ‘I can make this into a business.’ So, I created Anton LaRosa.

How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?

I believe, overall, being kind to people, guiding them through out the process of making a piece, as well as communicating in timely manner,

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is when I present the finished product to my clients their faces glow and it just makes me happy.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Anton LaRosa
• Facebook: Anton LaRosa