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Nansemond-Suffolk Academy 22nd Annual Invitational Art Show and Sale; Suffolk, VA 2008
Charles H. Taylor Arts Center Member Show; Hampton, VA 2008
Smithfield Cultural Arts Center Members Show; Smithfield, VA 2007
Best of America Oil Artists and Artisans Juried National Competition and Book; 2007
Chrysler Hall, Silent Auction for the TAA/Virginia Symphony “Art in Concert”; Norfolk, VA 2007
Smithfield Cultural Arts Center Gallery Shop; Smithfield, VA 2007
Cuisine & Company at the Chrysler; Norfolk, VA 2007
Suffolk Museum “Significant Expressions” Show; Suffolk, VA 2007
Smithfield Cultural Arts Center Members Show; Smithfield, VA 2006
The Hermitage Foundation Museum “Tiny Treasures” Juried Miniature Exhibition; Norfolk, VA 2006
Hampton Bay Days Juried Art Exhibition; Hampton, VA 2006
Phil Rea, Inc. Exhibition at Corporate Office and Showroom; Newport News, VA 2006
Mid-Atlantic Juried Art Exhibition at d’Art Center; Norfolk, VA 2006 (painting selected for marketing/publicity purposes)
Charles H. Taylor Arts Center "Flying High" Juried Exhibition; Hampton, VA 2006
Frame Up Gallery Representation; Virginia Beach, VA 2006
Allstate Insurance Collection; Chesapeake, VA 2006
The Artists Gallery “The Cat’s Meow” Benefit for the SPCA; Virginia Beach, VA 2006
Chrysler Hall Silent Auction for the Virginia Symphony; Norfolk, VA 2006
Charles H. Taylor Arts Center Member Show; Hampton, VA 2006
Various private collections; New York and Virginia 1995 – present
Woodstock Artists’ Association Juried Show; Woodstock, NY 1996
Louise M. Aughinbaugh Gallery Solo Exhibit; Grantham, PA 1992
Education
Freelance Artist
Painter, Web Designer, Graphic Artist, Photoshop Instructor, Illustrator, ; 01/93 – Present
I have been involved in various freelance projects, including portrait commissions, custom paintings, web design, logo design, photo retouching, Photoshop lessons, brochures, newsletters, and business card design.
CACI (formerly American Management Systems, Inc.)
Web Developer, Graphic Artist, Instructional Designer; 08/00 – 11/05
I performed multi-functional roles on distance learning and software development projects, working with clients such as JROTC, Navy, Army, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps. I was responsible for developing online courseware, including interfaces, graphics, instructive and interactive animations, and narration. I designed lesson plans for Army JROTC curriculum, and developed corresponding multimedia. I met with clients to determine revisions necessary for existing online learning courses and implemented revisions to storyboards, scripts, multimedia, and web pages. I also edited and revised content for textbooks, which corresponded with our Distance Learning curriculum. I was responsible for designing the Help system for AFJROTC Headquarters Management System and Cadet Inventory Management System. I have also created various graphics, layouts, marketing materials, and brochures for various clients.
Career Experience (page 2)
Coastal Computer Services
Web Developer, Graphic Designer; 11/99 - 08/00
I designed custom websites from start to finish for a wide variety of clients. I developed interface, navigation, and graphics for websites and met with clients to discuss layout ideas. I maintained and modified existing websites, according to client specifications. I was also responsible for the production of all in-house marketing material.
Military Newspapers of Virginia
Graphic Artist; 01/98 - 11/99
I designed advertisements and layouts, as well as digitally retouched photographs for several weekly military newspapers. I coordinated the printing of the weekly Air Force newspaper and assisted in the weekly printing of six other publications. I worked closely with clients and colleagues to meet tight deadlines.
Unison Arts and Learning Center
Gallery Assistant, Marketing Assistant; 05/91 – 09/91
I assisted in setting up gallery openings and exhibits. I was responsible for marketing art exhibits, as well as advertising for music and dance performances. I performed general office duties and designed marketing materials.
Media: Oil, Web Design, Illustration, Computer Graphics and Animation, Digital Photography, Pencils, Pastels, Charcoal, Fabric, Collage, Mixed Media, Ceramics
Software: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Illustrator, QuarkXpress, Net Objects Fusion, SwishMax, PageMaker, Designer's Edge, Captivate, Microsoft Office, Acrobat Professional, Learning Space, Director, ImageReady, InDesign, Fireworks, RoboDemo, RoboHelp, Freehand, Sound Forge, Visual SourceSafe, Outlook, QuickBooks, Nero
Projects: Portraits, Commissioned Paintings, Web Design, Ad Design, Interactive Web Animations, Elearning Courses, Page Layout, Greeting Cards, Stationary, Business Logos, Letterheads, Company Branding, Menu Design, Photo Retouching, Photography, Illustrations
Tidewater Art Alliance (TAA); Web Designer and Board Member
Parkside Citizens’ Alliance (PCA); Street Captain and Web Designer
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce; Active Member in Events
Hampton Arts League; Active Member in Shows and Events
Isle of Wight Arts League
Macromedia Users Group
Peninsula Fine Arts Center
Art Wanted Calendar, Feature Artist for published calendar by ArtWanted.com, 2006
Hampton Bay Days Poster Design Competition; Finalist, 2006
Tidewater Art Alliance Logo Design Competition; First Place tie, 2005
References Available Upon Request
