Artist statement
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Details
- Based in
- Norwood, ON, Canada
- Works in
- Painting, Drawing, Cartooning, Digital Art, Photography, Animation
- Education
- BAA, Sheridan College
Featured work
Affiliations
Recent CV
2016–Present
Freelance Artist, Norwood, ON, Norwood, ON, Canada Accept and complete art commissions (portraits and other projects), digital and traditional media. Photographer for wedding and sports events. Taught an eight week art class.
2019–2024
Employee, Entomo Farms, Norwood, ON, Canada Handled shipping and receiving, as well as fulfilling national and international orders on Shopify. Trained staff for various jobs in the processing facility. Helped keep records and manage inventory. Worked in all areas of food prep in the commercial kitchen, including packaging and labelling of the final product, as well as cleaning the facility. Served as safety rep and familiar with OHSA regulations. Managed a team and organised work flow while at the barns. Improvised and troubleshot for issues with equipment and building on site.
2010–2018
Coach, Crossfit Opus, Hamilton, ON, Canada Leadership and instruction of various fitness classes for gym members comprising a wide range of ability levels. Ensure adherence to safety standards, including creating a safe and welcoming space. Managed day to day operations at the gym when the owner was away for extended periods of time.
Curriculum Vitae
Education
2008
BAA, Sheridan College, Oakville, ON, Canada
1999
B.Ed., Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
1996
BA, Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Positions
2016–Present
Freelance Artist, Norwood, ON, Norwood, ON, Canada Accept and complete art commissions (portraits and other projects), digital and traditional media. Photographer for wedding and sports events. Taught an eight week art class.
2019–2024
Employee, Entomo Farms, Norwood, ON, Canada Handled shipping and receiving, as well as fulfilling national and international orders on Shopify. Trained staff for various jobs in the processing facility. Helped keep records and manage inventory. Worked in all areas of food prep in the commercial kitchen, including packaging and labelling of the final product, as well as cleaning the facility. Served as safety rep and familiar with OHSA regulations. Managed a team and organised work flow while at the barns. Improvised and troubleshot for issues with equipment and building on site.
2010–2018
Coach, Crossfit Opus, Hamilton, ON, Canada Leadership and instruction of various fitness classes for gym members comprising a wide range of ability levels. Ensure adherence to safety standards, including creating a safe and welcoming space. Managed day to day operations at the gym when the owner was away for extended periods of time.
2010–2015
Animator, Pipeline Studios, Hamilton, ON, Canada Worked as part of a team to animate scenes on three different animated series. Storyboard revisionist on various projects.
2009
Spring Break Cartooning Instructor, Sudbury, ON, Sudbury, ON, Canada Developed and taught a week long cartooning day program to elementary school aged children.
2000–2004
Teacher, Hamilton District Christian High School, Hamilton, ON, Canada Teach grade 9 French and Grade 10 Canadian history. Faculty supervisor of the international club. Assist in the direction of the art and drama programs.
1997–1998
Art Teacher, Hillcrest School, Jos, Nigeria Art teacher for grades 5-12. Designed and implemented curriculum for grades 5-12 art classes.
Professional Service
2009
Food Service Volunteer, The Elgin Street Mission Assist in service for patrons of the shelter. Assist in facility cleaning.
2004–2008
Tech Director, The Meeting House Supervise audio/visual setup for Sunday services. Give leadership, direction and encouragement for an 8-10 member crew.
