Elizabeth “Lizzie” Ammon
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Dynamic art preparator with extensive experience at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, adept in custom mounting and exhibition design. Proficient in SketchUp and skilled in art handling, I excel in creating innovative solutions while collaborating effectively with teams to enhance gallery presentations. Passionate about preserving and showcasing artistic integrity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Art Preparator
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted research into artists' techniques used in creating artworks which informed decisions about how best to install them safely
- Created custom mounts, frames, platforms and pedestals using a variety of materials including woodworking tools
- Provided support for museum staff
- Till Garden; Renovation of 11 pieces
- Art Connects Show; Designed and curated out of the permanent collection
Independent Contract Art Preparator
Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported the exhibition de-installation and installation of next show
Design and Preparation Intern
Georgia Museum of Art
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assist in the gallery needs of the museum and gain experience in art handling, design and exhibition preparation
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art - Sculpture
University of Georgia
Athens, GA12.2023
Skills
- SketchUp
- Skilled Art Handler
- CAD: 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Fusion 360, Illustrator & UMAKE
- Wood Sculpture / Furniture Tools: Planer, Jointer, Chop Saw, Table Saw, Drill Press, Scroll Saw, Band Saw, Chisels & Power Drills
- Welding: Torch, Bending Machine & Angle Grinders
- Ceramics: Wheel Throwing, Hand Sculpting, Glaze & Roll Clay
- Jewelry and Metal Works: Soldering, Etching, Acid Etching, Jewelers Saws, Center Punch & Bench Shear
- Drawing: Charcoal, Pencil, Pen & Pastels
- Painting: Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, Watercolor & Gesso
- Microsoft Office Suite
Exhibition Shows
- Assist Design "Pieced Together", Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 02/28/25 - 06/01/25
- Designed "Zelda Fitzgerald's Paper Dolls", Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 02/28/25 - 06/01/25
- Curated "Unstill Life", Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 11/25/24 - 02/03/25
- Regional Show, University of Georgia, 01/08/24 - 01/20/24
- Exit Show, University of Georgia, 12/01/23 - 12/08/23
- International Show, Cortona, Italy, 04/17/23
Honors & Awards
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Employee of the Quarter, Sept. 2024 - Nov. 2024
J Reed Parker Director of Athletics Honor Roll
- GPA 4.0 (Fall 2021), GPA 3.0-3.49 (Fall 2020)
Southeast Conference (SEC) Honor Roll
- GPA 3.0 (Fall 2021), GPA 3.0 (Fall 2020)
Activities
- UGA Soccer Team, SEC / Division I / Defender, Fall 2019 - Fall 2021
- UGA Ambassador Athletics, Fall 2019 - Fall 2021
Timeline
Independent Contract Art Preparator
Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn
12.2024 - 01.2025
Assistant Art Preparator
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
05.2024 - Current
Design and Preparation Intern
Georgia Museum of Art
08.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Fine Art - Sculpture
University of Georgia
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