Nicholas P. Gamarello (May 1955) is a painter and designer.
History with the Macy's Parade[]
Gamarello joined the Macy's Parade Studio in 1981, where he become an assistant to Manfred Bass, and helped him with his designs.
He left in 1987 and Michael Fontana took his spot as Manny's assistant.
List of Gamarello's Parade Designs[]
Giant Balloons[]
- Woody Woodpecker by Universal Studios (1982, along with Walter Lantz)
- Betty Boop by King Features (1985, along with Manfred Bass)
- Spider-Man by Marvel Comics (1987, along with Manfred Bass and John Romita)
- Snuggle by Lever Bros, Inc. (1987, along with Manfred Bass)
Floats[]
- "Strawberry Shortcake" by American Greetings (1981, with Manfred Bass)
- "Fraggle Rock" by HBO & Henson Associates (1983, with Manfred Bass and Michael Frith)
- "Masters of the Universe" by Mattel (1985) (Along with Leslie Jaye and Manfred Bass)
- "Soaring Spirit Canoe" by Macy's (1986, with Manfred Bass)