Meet Bro. John Philip Capello

Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1939, Bro. John Philip Capello has lived a life shaped by art, craft, and devotion to tradition. Initiated into Wamponamon Lodge No. 437 in 2008, he has brought the same dedication he gives to his Brothers in the Craft to his lifelong artistic journey.

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A colorful painting with Masonic symbols, including a square and compasses, a letter G, a lit candle, an open book, and inkwell with a quill, set against a sky with clouds, a full moon, and stars. Artwork by Bro. John Philip Capello.

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A landscape mural with a blue sky, white and pink clouds, and rows of crops in a field. A wooden weather vane with Masonic symbols is attached to the sky. Artwork by Bro. John Philip Capello.

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Colorful mural inside a Masonic lodge, featuring a starry sky, a rainbow, a boat on water, and various Masonic symbols and tools, with a large letter G centered above a curtain and three chairs.

John’s career began in ecclesiastical restoration, where he worked to preserve sacred spaces and rediscover the beauty of time-worn detail. This foundation gave him both a respect for historical artistry and the discipline of precision. Over time, his creative path expanded into a wide range of mediums, including murals, oil painting, acrylics, and stone carving.

His work carries both reverence and vitality — balancing heritage with imagination. Whether bringing life to a wall with a sweeping mural, capturing atmosphere in oils, or carving permanence into stone, John approaches each piece as both an artist and a craftsman.

Today, his art continues to inspire both Masons and the wider community, reminding us that creativity, like Brotherhood, is a lifelong practice of growth, dedication, and light.

Any inquiry about available pieces or commissions can be directed to

(631)-555-5555