Welcome to Labyrinths in Stone

Labyrinths in Stone
211 Windham Circle
Yorkville, IL 60560
630-553-5305
artisticpaver@sbcglobal.net

About Labyrinths in Stone
Artistic Pavers, Inc. was established in 1987 by Marty Kermeen and his wife, Debi. Initially, Marty specialized in residential installations: driveways, patios and walkways, retaining walls, and water features.

In 1998, Marty and Debi were introduced to the labyrinth by a client who wanted one built for a church. Having never built a labyrinth, they began intensive research to prepare for the project. In the process, they realized the sacredness of the undertaking, and this realization changed the course of their lives — and the business.

After successfully completing his first labyrinth (Naperville Millennium Labyrinth), Marty also realized that he was no longer just an installer of concrete pavers - he is an artist who uses the pavers as a medium, much like an artist uses paint on canvas.

Today, Labyrinths in Stone (a division of Artistic Pavers, Inc.) specializes in the design and installation of labyrinth works of art. As Marty states, “Our mission is to create superior works of art in a variety of paving materials that beautify any space. We are passionate about our daily quest to leave our mark on this planet. It is our sincere hope that our grandchildren will view these works of art and be proud of the beauty we created."

Marty and Debi Kermeen make their home in Yorkville, IL, with their daughters, Brittany and Chloe, and their dogs, Arthur and Merlin.

Marty Kermeen Bio
Artist’s Statement
As a stone sculptor, I specialize in the creation and installation of complex designs, including labyrinths. My mission is to create superior works of art in a variety of paving and landscape materials that withstand the tests of time. It is my belief that hand sculpting enhances the individual character of the rock and leaves the imprint of the stonecutter’s soul. I am passionate about my daily quest to leave a unique mark on this planet for the benefit of all, now and for generations to come.

Labyrinth Commissions
2008 Man-in-the-Maze Labyrinth, Private Park, Wabash, IN
2008 Chartres Labyrinth, Grace Episcopal Church, Hopkinsville, KY
2007 Heritage Gardens at Erickson Farms (3), DeForest, WI
2007 Melissa Labyrinth, Private Residence, Toledo, OH
2007 University Southern Indiana Labyrinth, Evansville, IN
2007 Illinois Math and Science Academy Golden Labyrinth, Aurora, IL
2007 Heart in the Park Labyrinth designed by Marty Kermeen, Tonkawa, OK
2006 Peaceful Retreat (HGTV), Private Residence, Washington, DC
2006 Chartres Labyrinth, Private Residence, Telluride, CO
2006 Labyrinths at the International Riverfront Park (3), Detroit, MI
2006 Harmony Farm Wellness and Retreat Center Labyrinth, Tipp City, OH
2006 Friends of the Labyrinths (2) at Audubon Park, New Orleans, LA
2005 Zion United Church of Christ Labyrinth, Florissant, MO
2005 New American Castle Labyrinth, Middlefield, MA
2005 Valparaiso University Labyrinth, Valparaiso, IN
2005 Phoenix Park Labyrinth, Eau Claire, WI
2004 Holzer Medical Center Cancer Research Labyrinth, Gallipolis, OH
2004 Sacred Heart School Labyrinth, Atherton, CA
2004 The Homestead B&B Labyrinth and Hedge Maze, Plano, IL
2004 Crystal Lake Labyrinth, Carle Medical Foundation, Urbana, IL
2004 Sanibel Congregational United Church Labyrinth, Sanibel Island, FL
2003 Double Spiral Labyrinth, Private Residence, Yorkville, IL
2003 Five Petal Vesica (with Alex Champion), Private Residence, Yorkville, IL
2003 St. David’s Labyrinth Austin, TX
2002 Sisters of Dominican Labyrinth (with Robert Ferré), Houston, TX
2002 Unity Center Labyrinth, Austin, TX
2002 Oswego Presbyterian Church Labyrinth, Oswego, IL
2002 Chartres Labyrinth (with Robert Ferré), New Vernon, NJ
2001 Heart of Chartres, Private Residence, Glasgow, KY
2001 DeKalb Community Labyrinth, Huntley Park, IL
2001 Standing Bear Park Community Labyrinth, Ponca City, OK
2001 Museum of International Folk Art Labyrinth, Santa Fe, NM
2001 Dromenon Labyrinth, Libertyville, IL
2001 Church of the Resurrection Labyrinth, Destin, FL
2000 Growing Tomorrow’s World Labyrinth, Plano, IL
2000 Grace Brethren Church Labyrinth, Long Beach, CA
2000 St. Luke’s Methodist Church Labyrinth, Shreveport, LA
2000 St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church Labyrinth, Naperville, IL
2000 Mary Clark Wright Memorial Labyrinth, Knoxville, TN
2000 The Living Labyrinth, University of Northern Illinois, DeKalb, IL
2000 Dancing Lady Labyrinth, Plano, IL
2000 Rotary Labyrinth/Meditation Garden, UT Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
1999 Naperville Millennium Labyrinth, Riverwalk Park, Naperville, IL

Television
2006 Home and Garden Television show “Curb Appeal”, aired September 2007

Awards Received
1999 Decorative & Durable Designs International Concrete Pavement Awards
1st Place Specialty, Millennium Labyrinth, Riverwalk Park, Naperville, IL

1999 Decorative & Durable Designs International Concrete Pavement Awards
2nd Place Specialty, Coat-of-Arms Shield; Washington and Lee University;
Lexington, VA

Art Exhibitions
“Washington, D.C., Traveling Labyrinth Exhibit,” International exhibition of labyrinth sculptures, ongoing

2006 “National Trails Symposium Labyrinth” Indoor Labyrinth Garden Display created with volunteers and the Quad City Labyrinth Project, Davenport, IA

2001 “Labyrinth,” Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe, NM
Permanent stone installation

2001 “DeKalb Community Labyrinth,” Museum Without Walls Project, DeKalb, IL

2000 “Living Labyrinth,” Northern Illinois University Art Museum, DeKalb, IL Permanent earthen installation

Lectures and Workshops
2004 “Stories from the Labyrinth path” slide show presentation for The Crystal Lake Labyrinth, Urbana Park District, Urbana, IL

2000 “My Calling to Build Labyrinths” slide show presentation
Indiana Labyrinth Coalition

2000 “Layout of Classical Labyrinth,” Northern Illinois University Art Museum, DeKalb, IL

2000 “Walking the Labyrinth,” Gifted Children’s Program
Naperville School District, Naperville Millennium Labyrinth, IL

2000 “Hope for the World Labyrinth Walk,” 2nd Grade Class
Centennial Elementary School, Plano, IL

Selected Bibliography
Kermeen’s artwork has been featured in:
Labyrinths and Mazes, Jeff Saward (2003)
Magical Paths, Jeff Saward (2002)
Labyrinths: Ancient Paths of Wisdom and Peace, Virginia Westbury (2001)
The Way of the Labyrinth, Helen Curry (2000)
Labyrinths from the Outside In, Donna Schaper and Carole Ann Camp (2000)
Time Magazine (2001)
Das Labyrinth, Gernot Candolini (1999)
Caerdroia: The Journal of Mazes and Labyrinths (numerous issues)
Landscape Architect and Specifier News (numerous issues)
Spirituality and Health (Fall 2001)

Debi Kermeen Bio

Raising awareness of healing energy on the planet through different modalities, such as labyrinth walking, massage, Raindrop Technique chakra wellness, Reiki and Quantum Touch.

Qualifications
• Co-owner of Artistic Pavers, Inc., Labyrinths in Stone 1994 to present
– Five years prior as a sole proprietor
- Office manager, public relations, marketing

• Co-created The Reflection Labyrinth®
– Workshops facilitated: The Labyrinth Society Annual Conferences
– “Through the Looking Glass: Walking Toward Healing and Wholeness in Relationships”
– “Shadows on the Labyrinth”

• Other workshops facilitated:
– “Children on the Labyrinth”
– The Chartres Labyrinth, ”Our Wish for the World”, Naperville, Illinois, Gifted Children's Program
– The Classical Labyrinth, Plano School District, Retirement for teachers with students interacting
– Drumming Ceremonies on the Labyrinth, Naperville, IL 2006 and 2007

• Workshop Facilitator's Training
– Wisdom Way's Spirituality Resource Center, St. Paul, Minnesota
– Women's Dream Quest, Grace Cathedral, San Francisco, California

• Attended and presented workshops and presentations at The Labyrinth Society's Annual Conferences
– Denver, Colorado 1999
– Fayetteville, Arkansas 2000
– Atlanta, Georgia 2001
– Sacramento, California 2002
- Kansas City, Missouri 2007

• Conceived, funded and coordinated the creation of a community labyrinth, “Growing Tomorrow's World” at Centennial Elementary School, Plano, Illinois
– Collaborated with school staff (20) and students (390)
– Provided education and history of the labyrinth
– Instructed on how to draw the Classical labyrinth design and how to recognize spirals in nature
– Created the expressive art portion of this project
– Coordinated 15 volunteers also involved

• Founded Fox Valley YMCA School of Dance, Plano, Illinois, 1987
– Served as Director and Dance Instructor for 10 years; ballet, tap and jazz
– Program grew from two classes per week to over 150 students and 12 classes per week
– Hired and directed up to four instructors, continuing with dance instruction and training
– Coordinated the program with the YMCA Executive Director
– Continue to be active as a volunteer with the program which has grown to over 400 students

• Instructed dance at Waubonsee Community College for children's enrichment program 1990-1996
– Ballet, tap, jazz along with creative movement

• Founding member of The Labyrinth Society, 1998

• Reiki I and Quantum Touch Practitioner, 1999, Reiki II Practitioner, 2003

• Raindrop Technique by Gary Young 2007

• Dances for Universal Peace 2005-2007

Selected Bibliography
Labyrinths and Mazes, Jeff Saward (2003)
Magical Paths, Jeff Saward (2002)
Labyrinths: Ancient Paths of Wisdom and Peace, Virginia Westbury (2001)
The Way of the Labyrinth, Helen Curry (2000)
Labyrinths from the Outside In, Donna Schaper and Carole Ann Camp (2000)
Time Magazine (2001)
Das Labyrinth, Gernot Candolini (1999)
Caerdroia: The Journal of Mazes and Labyrinths (numerous issues)
Landscape Architect and Specifier News (numerous issues)
Spirituality and Health (Fall 2001)

Television
HGTV “Curb Appeal Show” 2007