Curriculum Vitea
EXPERIENCE
Resident Visual Artist, Nu Black Arts West Theatre
Seattle, WA — Present
Build set and stage designs for stage productions; create promotional and marketing materials, including t-shirts, posters, and more; organize beautification projects on interior walls; adjunct an after school youth acting camp.
Emergency Medical Technician, Falck Northwest
Fife, WA — 2017-2018
Performed assessment, treatment, and advocacy; cultivated safe, comfortable, and enjoyable transportation; practiced superior defensive driving during emergencies, impeccable record-keeping of patient's symptoms and experience; critical care transport and first response.
Visual Literacy Teaching Assistant, University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE — 2012-2013
Guided students through color theory, composition & expression; led group critiques and helped evaluate student development.
Resident Assistant, University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE — 2010-2012
Organized small group activities and large-scale events focused on strengthening resident relationships and community building; created large infographic instillations in the resident halls; routinely made wellness checks on residents, ensuring a sense of safety and support.
Camp Counselor, Philmont Scout Ranch
Cimarron, NM — 2010-2011
Supervised hundreds of campers ages 2 through adulthood; led hikes and taught proper nature etiquette and camping procedure; facilitated creative team and character-building activities; wrote and performed in plays, & camp songs.
Server / Bartender, P.F. Chang’s
Omaha, NE, Eugene, OR, Seattle, WA — 2013-2019
Trained Incoming servers in successfully navigating PFCB (5 years); sketched personalized doodles for guests to ensure optimal dining experience; collaborated with a large team in a high-stress environment.
YearMartin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Muralist, City Year
Seattle, WA — 2018
Planned and executed an inspirational and inclusive community project; led a team of over 100 volunteers through production of large-scale mural.
ArtVenture Art Instructor, Girl Scouts of America
Lincoln & Omaha, NE — 2013-2014
Created age-appropriate curriculum for color theory and painting technique; facilitated team-building exercise and expression through collaborative projects.
Art in the Community Scholar, University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE — 2012-2013
Collaborated with a collective of college students in designing, implementing, and installing large, multimedia mosaics and murals; fostered social equity with underserved elementary and middle schools.
SKILLS
Spanish- Intermediate
Emergency Medical Technician License
CPR Certification
Washington State HIV training
Washington Food Handler's Certification
ServSafe Certification
Eagle Scout
EXHIBITIONS
Black History Month Artist Feature (Circle Up Productions)
Emerald Leaves, Tacoma, WA, 2020Short Bits Live Portrait Painting
Courthouse Square, Tacoma, WA, 2020Shades of Color: An Ebony Arts Show
Tacoma, WA 2019City Year Seattle MLK Jr. Day of Service Mural
Van Asselt Academy, Seattle, WA 2018Girl Scouts of America ArtVenture Instructor & Showcase Donor
Lincoln & Omaha, NE, 2013-2014Buy It Before They’re Famous,
Esientrager-Howard Gallery, Lincoln, NE, 2012The Exquisite Uterus Art of Resistance Project
Steinhilber Gallery, Oshkosh, WI, 2012Juried Undergraduate Art Showcase
Lincoln, NE, 2010-2012Illuzion Glass First Friday Art Show
Lincoln, NE, 2010
COMMISSIONS
Pacific Northwest Pride Foundation
30" x 40" Oil on Canvas 2019PF Chang's China Bistro
Bistro Sign ( x 5) , chalk paint on Chalkboard 2019J Rodvak
5” x 9" tattoo design 2018J. Wallace
18" x 24" Ink and watercolor on paper 2017
5" x 5" Logo Design 2017T. Thompson
12" x 18" Couples Portrait Ink & watercolor on paper 2017
3' x 5' Landscape Oil on Canvas 2016
6' 2" Wire Sculpture 2013A. Lilly
18" x 24" Dancing Figure Acrylic on Canvas 2015W. Nelson
24" x 48" couple's portrait acrylic on canvas 2013Taste of Tuscany Event Hall
12" x 18" landscape watercolor on paper 2011T. Nyhoff
3' x 3' Surreal Figure, Acrylic on Canvas 2011P. Favela
Sharpie on Canvas Shoe 2011B. Yancey
Sharpie on Canvas Shoe 2011B. Corey
18" x 18" Baby Portrait Oil on Canvas 2011R. Perales
9" x 17" multiple figure. pencil on paper 2011J. Bryant
12" x 18" portrait 2010
8" 5" Acrylic on Canvas shoe 2011L. Goodenburger
7" x 15" surreal figure, acrylic on canvas, 2010
3" x 3" bird, tattoo design, 2009M. Rowe
18" x 24" couple's portrait, Acrylic on canvas, 2010
18" x 24" couple's portrait Acrylic on canvas 2009Papillion-La Vista High School
Band t-shirt 2006
Forensic t-shirt 2007
Weightlifting t-shirt 2006C. Florea
18" x 24" Couple's Portrait, Acrylic, 2004