Emma Robinson
- Phone: +353 87 123 4567
- Email: emma.robinson@email.com
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- LinkedIn: emma-robinson-artist
Summary
Seven years of professional experience in fine art creation, consistently producing compelling figurative and narrative pieces for gallery exhibitions and private commissions. Successfully curated and exhibited in over ten group shows and three solo exhibitions, achieving critical acclaim for distinctive use of mixed media and thematic depth.
Adept at translating complex concepts into visually engaging artworks, leveraging advanced techniques in oil painting, digital illustration, and sculptural assemblage to deliver impactful artistic statements.
Experience
Resident Artist & Art Instructor, The Trinity Gallery -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2020 – present
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Developed and executed a series of 15 large-scale oil paintings for the gallery's annual 'Emerging Voices' exhibition, resulting in 7 sales totaling €15,000.
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Mentored 30+ aspiring artists through workshops on figurative drawing and mixed-media techniques, increasing workshop attendance by 25% over two years.
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Collaborated with gallery curators on exhibition design and installation, ensuring optimal presentation and viewer engagement for diverse collections.
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Managed personal studio space and maintained inventory of art materials, optimizing resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects.
Freelance Illustrator & Painter, Phoenix Arts Collective -- Dublin, Ireland
Mar 2017 – Aug 2020
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Completed over 50 commissioned illustrations for independent publishers and private clients, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectations.
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Designed and illustrated book covers for 5 literary fiction novels, contributing to a 10% increase in sales for one title.
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Participated in 8 group exhibitions across Dublin, selling 12 original artworks and expanding professional network.
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Developed expertise in digital illustration software (Procreate, Adobe Photoshop) to enhance artistic range and efficiency in client projects.
Studio Assistant (Painting Department), Dublin School of Art & Design -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2016 – Feb 2017
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Assisted faculty with preparing materials and setting up studio spaces for painting and drawing classes, supporting over 100 students.
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Organized and cataloged departmental art supplies, ensuring availability for student projects and reducing material wastage by 15%.
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Provided technical support to students on various painting mediums and techniques, fostering a productive learning environment.
Education
National College of Art and Design (NCAD), BA (Hons) in Fine Art Painting -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2013 – June 2017
Ballyfermot College of Further Education, FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Art, Craft, & Design -- Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2012 – June 2013
Skills
Artistic Mediums & Techniques: Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting, Watercolour, Gouache, Charcoal Drawing, Graphite Drawing, Pen & Ink, Digital Painting, Sculptural Assemblage, Mixed Media, Printmaking (Etching, Monoprint)
Digital Tools & Software: Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, ArtRage, Wacom Tablets
Art & Design Principles: Figurative Art, Portraiture, Landscape, Still Life, Colour Theory, Composition, Anatomy, Perspective, Narrative Art, Concept Development, Exhibition Curation
Professional & Business Skills: Client Communication, Commission Management, Portfolio Development, Art Marketing, Gallery Relations, Public Speaking (Artist Talks), Workshop Facilitation