EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts in Art
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC | 2020
18 credit hours in Ceramics
18 credit hours in Art History
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Bachelor of Arts in Art
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA | 2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Faculty
Visual Arts Department, Chattanooga State Community College | May 2025-Present
Teach Drawing I & II: foundations of observational drawing, figurative studies, composition, and conceptual development
Teach Art Appreciation: visual culture, art historical contexts, and critical analysis
Develop curriculum bridging traditional studio practice with professional career preparation; implement dual-track pedagogy developing artistic voice alongside professional pathway skills
Adjunct Faculty
Humanities and Social Sciences Department, Georgia Highlands College | January 2026-Present
Design and deliver OER-based Art Appreciation curriculum for dual-format delivery (in-person and asynchronous online)
Build inclusive syllabi and LMS modules accommodating diverse learning needs, schedules, and technological access
Develop low-stakes assessment strategies scaffolding visual literacy and critical thinking
Instructor of Record, Ceramics
Ceramics Department, East Carolina University | 2018–2020
Designed and delivered two ceramics courses (survey and level I) for mixed cohorts of art majors and non-majors
Sequenced wheel-throwing, hand-building, and surface-design modules with formal analysis and contemporary context
Provided individualized critiques aligning technical growth with conceptual goals
Instructor, Ceramics and Drawing
The Art Place – Mountain View, Cobb County Arts Facility | 2016–2017
Designed evening drawing and ceramics courses for ages 12–adult; sequenced skill-building drills adapted to mixed-ability groups
Curated end-of-session exhibition to showcase student work and foster community engagement
Graduate Teaching Assistant
School of Art and Design, East Carolina University | 2017–2020
Taught ceramics labs: demonstrated wheel/hand-build techniques, mixed clay/glazes, fired electric/gas kilns
Coached students through safety protocols and concept critiques
Led art-history breakout sessions, updated slide decks, moderated thematic discussions
STUDIO MANAGEMENT & TECHNICAL OPERATIONS
Ceramics Lab Assistant
Ceramics Department, East Carolina University | 2018–2020
Monitored lab sessions and provided technical assistance to students in Ceramics I–III; enforced safety protocols and proper ventilation in studio and mixing areas
Managed inventory and maintained dry materials room, indoor/outdoor mixing stations, and class preparation supplies
Mixed clays and glazes to specification and assisted faculty with daily studio needs and material preparation
Ceramics Studio Assistant
Department of Art & Design, Valdosta State University | 2013–2015
Operated and maintained electric, gas, and raku kilns; monitored kiln logs and firing schedules
Mixed and recycled clay bodies; tested and scaled glaze/slip recipes
Maintained wheels, kilns, and pug mill; performed minor repairs and safety checks
Instructed students on proper tool use, studio etiquette, and chemical handling
SERVICE & LEADERSHIP
Co-President, Visual Arts Forum
School of Art and Design, East Carolina University | 2018–2020
Co-led student-run guild; programmed interdisciplinary workshops, pop-up sales, and public-art installations linking campus and regional partners
Curated exhibition calendar, managed call-for-entry logistics, and wrote funding proposals for visiting artists and materials
Facilitated peer critiques integrating graduate and undergraduate voices
Visual Arts Representative, Fine Arts Funding Board
School of Art and Design, East Carolina University | 2018–2020
Reviewed peer proposals and allocated departmental funds for student exhibitions, visiting artists, and travel grants
Evaluated project merit, budget feasibility, and alignment with program goals
Collaborated with faculty and administration to steward resources equitably across studio areas
Gallery Assistant
School of Art and Design, East Carolina University | 2017–2020
Condition-reported artwork, built pedestals and lighting, installed/deinstalled exhibitions
Hosted visiting-artist walkthroughs
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator
Self-Employed | 2019–Present
Branding and illustration for healthcare systems, nonprofits, and musicians. Selected clients include AdventHealth, United Way, OneSkin, and touring musical artists.
Deliver print, digital, and environmental assets via Adobe Creative Suite while meeting brand compliance standards; deliverables range from logos to ambulance wraps
Creative Design Manager
AdventHealth, Georgia | 2022–2023
Directed in-house creative team; translated service-line objectives into omnichannel campaigns
Oversaw print, digital, and environmental asset pipelines; mentored junior designers on concept development and collaborative workflow
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
Solo & Thesis Exhibitions
The Gray Area – 0.20 Exhibition, W.B. Gray Gallery, Greenville, NC (2020)
The Grading Session: Stand-in presents Betsy DeVos at ECU, The Mall, ECU, Greenville, NC (2019)
The Grading Session: Stand-in presents Betsy DeVos in DC, Freedom Plaza, Washington, DC (2019)
Undergraduate Thesis Exhibition, Dedo Maranville Fine Arts Gallery, Valdosta, GA (2015)
Selected Group Exhibitions & Projects
City of We – Design Intervention (community project led by Cat Normoyle), 423 Evans, Greenville, NC (2020)
Transference, Student Center Gallery, Greenville, NC (2019)
Blow, Burroughs Wellcome Gallery, Greenville, NC (2018)
Embracing Process, North Carolina Pottery Center, Seagrove, NC (2018)
Thinking:making, Mendenhall Student Center, Greenville, NC (2018)
The Chancellor Needs Roommates (PR event), East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (2018)
Print About It, Mendenhall Student Center, Greenville, NC (2018)
From the Ground, Martin County Arts Council, Williamston, NC (2018)
Stand-in (PR event), Jenkins Fine Art Center, Greenville, NC (2018)
Immoral Entanglement, Mendenhall Student Center, Greenville, NC (2017)
Atmospheric Shift, North Carolina Pottery Center, Seagrove, NC (2017)
Rebel 60, Emerge Gallery, Greenville, NC (2017)
Is this the world we created?, W.B. Gray Gallery, Greenville, NC (2017)
17th Annual VSU All-Media Exhibition, Dedo Maranville Fine Arts Gallery, Valdosta, GA (2015)
South Georgia College Art Invitational, Albany Area Arts Council, Albany, GA (2013)
Dry Run, Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead, UK (2013)
[Additional exhibitions available upon request]
SELECTED PRESENTATIONS
Reclaiming the Commons, Global Issues Conference, Global Partners in Education, Greenville, NC (2019)
A Specter is Haunting Fine Art, 13th Annual RCAW Conference, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (2019)
Stand-in: A Surrogate Spokesperson Provider, 12th Annual RCAW Conference, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC (2018)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Graduated summa cum laude (GPA: 4.0/4.0), East Carolina University (2020)
Claire E. Armstrong Scholarship, East Carolina University (2019)
Hannah Graduate Scholarship, East Carolina University (2019)
Director’s Award, Joyner Library Graduate Show, East Carolina University (2017)
Thomas W. Rivers Foreign Exchange Scholarship, East Carolina University (2017)
Educational Assistantship, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts (2016)
Jerry and Kay Jennett Art Scholarship, Valdosta State University (2014)
SELECTED CAMPAIGNS
Self-Employed Practice
Sicklehammers, Branding and promotional campaign (2026)
Hollerwood, EP album artwork, Dope Skum (2025)
Clinical Study and Benefits, OneSkin (2024)
Online Deals, Lovelle (2024)
Artist Series Products, HR Holdings LLC: Packaging and promotion (2021)
New Product Lineup, HR Holdings LLC: Packaging and promotion (2020)
AdventHealth/Regional Health
Network – Access (2023)
Network – Cardiology (2023)
Network of Care – Cardiovascular (2023)
30 Minute Mammos (Spring 2023)
Miracle Field Stadium, Miracle League sponsorship (2022)
5k Unity Run, United Way sponsorship (2022)
Light Your Porch Pink – Mammos (Fall 2022)
Rome Braves Minor League Baseball sponsorship rebrand (2022)
30 Minute Mammos (Spring 2022)
Redmond Hospital Rebrand (2022)