Holly Messer
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dynamic muralist with over 20 years experience, specializing in creative concept development and execution of artwork. Expert in color mixing and surface preparation, I have successfully designed and executed original artwork for diverse clients, enhancing spaces with unique murals and installations that reflect client visions and artistic innovation. Highly-skilled in using acrylic-based paint and spray paint. Adept in creating various interior and exterior murals of different scales.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Muralist
Studio71
01.1999 - Current
- Used painting skills to complete various major and minor exterior and interior painting jobs.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Designed and executed original artwork for various private and corporate clients.
- Used oil and acrylic paints, watercolors and digital media to create art pieces.
- Identified concepts and created sketches for paintings, and illustrations.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
- Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork.
- Operated scissor lift to work on large murals.
Scenic Painter
Exploring Inc. (ID3)
03.2018 - 12.2022
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- used scissor lift, scaffolding, and ladders, to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Traveled to different locations to work at various business's and public attractions.
Education
Art Education
Life drawing and painting classes
Skills
- Color mixing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Sketching mastery
- Wood graining expertise
- Portfolio development
- Texturing mastery
- Project management
- Surface preparation techniques
- Creative concept development
- Developing murals, signage, or artwork on canvas from concept to completion
Websites
Timeline
Scenic Painter - Exploring Inc. (ID3)
03.2018 - 12.2022
Muralist - Studio71
01.1999 - Current
Waukesha County Technical College - , Art Education