APRIL SMITH
Fine Artist
Summary
Professional Artist with keen eye for detail, color and composition. Track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas. Creates compelling, inspiring and engaging pieces.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner, Artist
April Smith Art
Redondo Beach, CA
04.2020 - Current
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil and acrylic paints to complete unique pieces of art for customers.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
Owner, Holistic Health Consultant
Naturally April
Fullerton, CA
03.2013 - 04.2019
- Counsel and support clients through proper nutrition, lifestyle changes, supplement education, recipe preparation, stress management techniques, advocate clients balancing various aspects of life.
- Create and implement individual Pilates exercise programs, utilize Reformer, Cadillac, and mat work, evaluate and analyze posture and body mechanics.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Holistic Health Consultant & Pilates Instructor
The Pain & Wellness Center
Fullerton, CA
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Counsel and support clients through proper nutrition, lifestyle changes, supplement education
- Create and implement individual Pilates exercise programs, utilize Reformer
- Cadillac, and mat work, evaluate and analyze posture and body mechanics
- Work with chiropractor and acupuncturist in office for disease prevention and optimal health of patients.
Independent Beauty Consultant
BEAUTYCOUNTER
Santa Monica, CA
04.2016 - 12.2021
- Educate individuals about harmful personal care products, sell non-toxic personal care products (hair care, skincare, makeup, baby and kids)
- Host product orientations at homes, local businesses, fitness studios, etc
- Support and brain-storm marketing/selling with existing team members, recruit new team members, attend web seminars/trainings.
Certified Pilates Instructor
Club Pilates Franchise LLC
Brea, CA
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Create and implement individual and group Pilates exercise programs, utilize Reformer, Cadillac, Exo Chair, TRX, Spring Board, mat work, evaluate and analyze posture and body mechanics.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
- Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
- Developed and implemented fitness assessment system to evaluate progress of participants.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer
THE LOOK FITNESS
Newport Beach, CA
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Interacted with individual participants in group fitness settings to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
- Coached clients on proper techniques to obtain maximum benefits and prevent injuries.
- Maintained class attendance records and documented clients' progress toward stated goals.
- Encouraged clients to participate in and enjoy group fitness classes.
- Performed fitness assessments of all new clients.
- Developed creative and fun fitness classes to keep participants engaged and motivated.
- Planned and executed group fitness sessions with warm-ups and cool-downs.
Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer
THE PAIN AND WELLNESS CENTER
FULLERTON, CA
10.2006 - 12.2015
- Create and implement various exercise programs for groups and individuals
- Create individual Pilates exercise programs utilizing Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair and matwork
- Evaluate and analyze posture and body mechanics.
- Assisted clients using weights and traditional gym equipment for muscle building, strength, flexibility, and rehabilitation.
- Work with chiropractor and acupuncturist in office for disease prevention and optimal health of patients.
Art Camp Counselor
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2002 - 08.2002
- Taught art projects with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching art activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of art activities.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures.
Education
Certificate - Holistic Health Consultant Training
02.2013 - 11.2013
Certificate - Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training
03.2006 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
01.2004 - 12.2005
Minor in Studio Art
Graduated Cum Laude
Dean's List, December 2005
No Degree - Studio Art/Sociology
09.2002 - 12.2003
Associate of Arts - Studio Art
01.2001 - 05.2002
No Degree - Studio Art
08.2000 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
09.1996 - 06.2000
Skills
Visual Art Creation
Oil Painting
Acrylic Painting
Drawing
2D Design
Composition
Collections
Private Collection, Highlands Ranch, CO
Private Collection, Traverse City, MI
Private Collection, Hermosa Beach, CA
Private Collection, Redondo Beach, CA
Exhibitions
2021 - Solo Exhibition, Manhattan Beach, CA
2002 - Group Exhibition, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR
2000 - Group Exhibition, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Timeline
Owner, Artist - April Smith Art
04.2020 - Current
Certified Pilates Instructor - Club Pilates Franchise LLC
10.2017 - 12.2019
Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer - THE LOOK FITNESS
08.2017 - 10.2017
Independent Beauty Consultant - BEAUTYCOUNTER
04.2016 - 12.2021
Holistic Health Consultant & Pilates Instructor - The Pain & Wellness Center
06.2014 - 12.2015
Owner, Holistic Health Consultant - Naturally April
03.2013 - 04.2019
Institute of Integrative Nutrition - Certificate, Holistic Health Consultant Training
02.2013 - 11.2013
Group Exercise Instructor and Personal Trainer - THE PAIN AND WELLNESS CENTER
10.2006 - 12.2015
Body Arts And Sciences International - Certificate, Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training
03.2006 - 12.2006
California State University - Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
01.2004 - 12.2005
Oregon State University - No Degree, Studio Art/Sociology
09.2002 - 12.2003
Art Camp Counselor - California State University Fullerton
05.2002 - 08.2002
Fullerton College - Associate of Arts, Studio Art
01.2001 - 05.2002
University of Miami - No Degree, Studio Art
08.2000 - 12.2000
Sunny Hills High School - High School Diploma,
09.1996 - 06.2000