As Art Director, Vinny brings 50 years of experience as a scenic artist, painter, muralist, sculptor, steel bender and sign maker. He has worked across the country on projects ranging from casinos, aquariums and festivals to theme parks. His specialties are sculpting, large scale signage and faux finishes.

Vinny has won national and international awards in both sculpture and metal work; his miniature replica of Bush’s Oval Office was on display at the Smithsonian in 1991. He holds an Associate’s degree in Commercial Art from Northwestern Michigan College and a Bachelors of Fine Arts from Central Michigan University.

In his off-hours, Vinny enjoys working on and riding his Harley, fishing, hiking in the Chiricahua Mountains and is very focused on health and fitness.

Deb originally hails from the stunning Columbia River Gorge in Oregon and has worn many hats throughout her career. From owning and running a bakery in Europe, to working with preschool children in Head Start programs for over 30 years, and most recently managing a day program for disabled adults. Her lifelong passion for creativity and exploring new art forms has found the perfect home at F5 Theming, where she gets to flex her artistic muscles every day.

When Deb isn’t busy crafting something new for F5 Theming, you’ll find her immersed in painting, sewing, knitting, baking or gardening. She’s always creating, no matter the medium!

Born and raised in Union City, TN, Scottie married her high school sweetheart; 23 years later, they have two wonderful daughters. As a self-motivated, hard-working, “jack of all trades”, Scottie has held a wide range of positions in health care, child care, corrections and industry, all the while having an under-expressed creative passion. Participating in the New Mexico Job Training Program with F5 Theming has allowed Scottie’s natural artistic talent to thrive.

Scottie’s motto is to live life to the fullest and dream amongst the stars.

Robert Davis is a seasoned Scenic Installer, Sculptor, and Finisher at F5 Theming and Design, bringing over 23 years of hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, and installation to every project. Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Robert combines deep technical knowledge with a creative edge, making him an integral part of the team responsible for crafting immersive, large-scale environments with precision and flair.

Robert holds a degree in Advanced Automotive Technology and is ASE Certified, Yamaha Certified, and OSHA Safety & Rescue Certified. His background as a paint and body restoration specialist and his mastery in fabrication and structural erection allow him to transition seamlessly between functional builds and artistic scenic elements.

Whether he's welding custom frameworks, sculpting intricate features, or applying flawless finishing touches, Robert brings the highest level of craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism to his work. His unmatched skill set and relentless work ethic continue to elevate the standard of excellence at F5 Theming and Design.

Anthony 'Tony' Cowdrey was born and raised in New Mexico.  Tony's artistic interests were obvious from an early age - drawing as soon as he could hold a pencil and painting soon after. However, dogged by the notion that you can't make money as an artist, he joined the Navy at 18 to escape the employment desert of Roswell in the 80s. 

After leaving the military, Tony moved around the United States, settling in Florida to start a family and embark on a new career. Earning a degree in digital art from St. Pete College, he found work as a proofreader, warehouse worker, and web designer before a stint at a tiki mug shop reinvigorated his love for art and ignited a continuing passion for ceramics. 

A longing for the desert and a simpler life brought Tony back to New Mexico, and a stroke of luck landed him in Smuggler's Roost. 

Ashley Goodwin is an artist and photographer from western Nebraska. She received her MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University in the Photo + Film department, and her BFA from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Studio Art. As a curator, Ashley co-founded and directed III of Cups Gallery in Lincoln. Additionally she has served as a guest curator and hosted multiple pop-up exhibitions across the country. Her photography has been exhibited and published both nationally and internationally. Through sequences and installations, Ashley's work examines the intersections of gender, power and landscape. With over 20 years of combined experience in curatorial work, research and art production, she brings her diverse experience to the F5 Theming team.

Tom Brown and his wife Linda moved from their retired lives in Tucson, Arizona to Smugglers’ Roost in Animas, NM in 2022. After a small stint into continued retirement, Tom met Pam Price and in 2024 came on board with F5 Theming as a prop builder, painter, equipment operator and mechanic. The large scale of many of F5 Theming’s projects lends itself to Tom’s engineering and mechanical talents, as well as his excellent crafting and painting abilities. Tom is rapidly expanding his knowledge of faux painting and texturing under Pam’s tutelage.

During his off hours, Tom works on expanding his homestead at The Roost and helping the community with its numerous social events

Randy Grimes and his wife Pam retired from property management and moved to Smugglers’ Roost in Animas NM in 2022. After a brief time of relaxation, Randy has found new energy working for F5 Theming building props and managing inventory. “This job has been a great opportunity for adventure and it’s not like working at all” as Randy describes it and it proves that it’s important to enjoy what you do.

When Randy is not working, he’s at the helm of his outdoor kitchen cooking up western cuisine or out hunting with his champion bird dogs in the wilds of New Mexico.