Vasken was raised in Paris, France where his study of fine arts and architecture led to an apprenticeship in jewelry. Vasken works for the trade and private customers in his Phelan Building studio. To view Vasken's work, see vaskendesign.com. Vasken teaches Casting, Fabrication, Mold Making, Platinum, Polishing, Rendering, Rivets & Screws,  and Wax Carving.