Daniel, or Danny Mac, as he is affectionately called, spent much of his life creating sculptures and jewelry, and making artwork. Growing up in the 1950's and 60's Peter Macchiarini taught Danny metalwork craft for jewelry and sculpture, as well as form and design concepts to aid in the development of Danny's own artistic expression. In the early nineties, Danny began to work side by side with Peter to help with his Father's failing health and the business side of the shop.

By the time Peter died in 2001, Danny was a working artist creating and selling his own work, and carried on the Macchiarini Creative Design Studio. Daniel Macchiarini's work has been enjoyed and celebrated throughout the Bay Area as an important metal artist.

Danny Macchiarini is also the Father of the school’s founder, Emma Macchiarini. Danny was instrumental in providing a space, and opportunity for this school to be created. He keeps the shop open for his business during the day, and also teaches students casting on Wednesday evenings!

Daniel teaches the Casting Class on Wednesdays from 6-9pm