Adria Aghasi
Summary
Self-expressive professional artist uses variety of materials and techniques to create original works of art for sale or exhibition. Talented individual consistently comes up with new ideas and methods for creating art. Committed to developing and producing high-quality artwork for various purposes. An art instructor highly passionate about art, teaching and the creative processes involved in teaching students developing artistic skills and ability to expression.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Political Cartoonist, Illustrator
Aftab Yazd Newspaper, Irandokht magazine, Youth Law and Rights magazine, Daily Feminism
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Prepared editorial cartoons and illustrations after discussing concepts with lawyers and journalists.
- Generated final pen and ink illustrations for print and digital publication on deadline.
- Built strong relationships via clear communication and helped clients bring their artistic vision to life.
- Met deadline on time.
Private Art Instructor
Mehr Institute Of Art
01.2010 - 08.2013
- Developed tailored critiques for each student's work that balanced praise with constructive criticism for continuous growth as an artist.
- Taught students fundamentals of painting on canvas, introduction to draw.
- Provide professional advice for National Art Test.
Professor of Inroductional to Drawing
University Of Applied Sciences
08.2010 - 01.2011
- Supervised and assisted more than 30 students.
- Encouraged creativity, and taught drawing techniques in a variety of mediums.
- Graded artwork.
Event Planning Assistant
International Committee of Musuems, ICOM, Iran
Tehran
03.2006 - 08.2007
- Project management assistance ICOM / ASPAC meetings and events.
- Managed onsite logistics with hotel, transportations, attendees, and speakers.
- Handled onsite event registration desk and provided translation to guests.
Tour Leader Assistant
Iran Travel Agency
02.2005 - 09.2006
- Improved tour scripts, promoted tour's enrollment services, heavily researched Iran's historical attractions, assisted tour leaders to led tours all over Iran. Adapted to unexpected schedule changes by being flexible and adjusting itineraries to keep tours moving smoothly.
Education
Graphic Design -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD 01.2018 - 09.2019
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Art University of Tehran
Tehran, Iran 01.2006 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Alzahra University
Tehran, Iran 01.1999 - 09.2003
Skills
- Practical experience working with various clients
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Strong Communication Skills
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Visual storytelling
- Background artistry
- Art Instruction
- Software skills, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Office
Websites
Accomplishments
- 2016, Group exhibition, IWSF, MD, University of Maryland.
- 2011, Group exhibition, Youth Festival of Iranian Artists, Tehran, Iran, Saba Arts and Cultural Institute.
- 2010, Solo show "A note on ruins", Tehran, Iran, Ashiane Naghsho Mehr Gallery.
- 2008, Solo show, Shiraz ancient architecture sketches, Shiraz, Iran, Shiraz Music Museum.
- 2007, Group exhibition, Architecture Sketching Exhibition, Tehran, Iran, Atashzad Gallery.
- 2005, Solo show, Mono print on ceramics, Tehran, Iran, Asar Gallery.
- 2003, Group exhibition, Contemporary Painting Show, Tehran, Iran, Behzad Gallery.
- 1999, Group exhibition, Persian Rug and Pattren Designs, Tehran, Iran, Andisheh Gallery.
- 1998, Group exhibition, Manifestation of Feeling, Tehran, Iran, Niavaran Cultural Center.
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Honors
- 2018, Renaissance Scholars, Montgomery College
Participated in an honors learning program in literature, art, and mythology.
- 2019, Phi Theta Kappa Society (PTK), Montgomery College
Member of the International Honor Society for students of community colleges.
Timeline
Graphic Design -
Montgomery College
01.2018 - 09.2019
Professor of Inroductional to Drawing
University Of Applied Sciences
08.2010 - 01.2011
Private Art Instructor
Mehr Institute Of Art
01.2010 - 08.2013
Event Planning Assistant
International Committee of Musuems, ICOM, Iran
03.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Arts - Fine Arts
Art University of Tehran
01.2006 - 02.2009
Tour Leader Assistant
Iran Travel Agency
02.2005 - 09.2006
Freelance Political Cartoonist, Illustrator
Aftab Yazd Newspaper, Irandokht magazine, Youth Law and Rights magazine, Daily Feminism
01.2003 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Alzahra University
01.1999 - 09.2003
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