Summary Statement

I am a Visual Artist. Art lifts my soul. I want my creations to evoke emotion in those who see it, whether it’s tension or just feeling good, ultimately helping us to reconnect with nature, each other, and our souls.

My subject matter has a feminine elegance, whether it is a landscape, face or flower. Each piece is unique with some created using a mix of materials, while others are created using only one or two mediums – ink or paint and charcoal. Everything is captured in the spontaneous dance and movement of the brush or pencil as the marks meet the canvas.

My process involves looking past the obvious and investing close attention to the subject to see beyond the visible . My goal is to inspire those who view my work to look more carefully at the world around them and to find beauty in unexpected places.

Education

Graduated Year 12 – RSHS

Diploma in Makeup Artistry – Napoleon Perdis Makeup Academy

Diploma in Dance – CSTD

Qualified Pilates Instructor – Studio Pilates

Currently studying a Bachelor of Visual Art at University of Southern Queenlsand

Work Experience

Makeup Artist & Stylist
2001–Present

• Makeup and styling for photoshoots
• Makeup for Weddings, photoshoots, film clips, events, special occasions

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Marketing & Advertising Executive
APN Media
2005–2010

• Designed and styled Advertising Campaigns
• Engaged with and managed a large client portfolio daily
• Worked closely with the Editorial and Graphic Design teams to bring the clients visions to life

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Activate Coordinator
Lorna Jane
2010–2014

• Managed 10 stores in South East Queensland
• Managed 60 staff directly, Stylist, Generated Foot Traffic, Marketing and Advertising, Collaborated with like minded businesses and clients.

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Lead Choreographer / Dancer
Claire Trentain Recording Artist
2006–2009

• Choreographed routines for live performances and film clips, designed and made costumes, managed a team of 6 dancers

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Dance Teacher / Choreographer
NY Dance
2015–Present

• Teaches daily dance classes to groups of 15 to 40 students.
• Choreographed different style routines
• Explained and demonstrated dancing techniques
• Received 100% positive feedback from anonymous end-of-term student surveys

Summary Statement

My work can take anywhere from 1 hour to a couple of days to complete. It is my highest passion aside from motherhood. I love to create and take great pride in the art I make, whether its painting or drawing, collaging, styling or choregraphing. It allows me to connect with the present momentarily stopping the business of the world. Making art lifts my soul – I hope my work does the same for those who view it.