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Work History
Education
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Holly Messer

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

Waukesha County Technical College, Pewaukee, WI

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

Timeline

Scenic Painter - Exploring Inc. (ID3)
03.2018 - 12.2022
Muralist - Studio71
01.1999 - Current
Waukesha County Technical College - , Art Education
Holly Messer