Ikenna Umeh
Laurel,MD
Summary
Hello, My name is Ikenna Umeh. I am a Baltimore-based illustrator, writer, and sequential artist with an MFA in Studio Arts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Illustrator
Self-employeed
Laurelton, Maryland
09.2017 - Current
- Created several designs and illustrations for various contracted clients. This includes sketches, graphic novels, pinups, character designs, and more.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite programs to create original designs and edit existing images.
- Transformed rough skhes into full-color illustrations that met client expectations.
2D Process Teaching Assistantship
Towson University
Towson
09.2019 - 02.2020
- As a teaching assistant under James Condron and Amanda Burnham, I've observed and eventually shared leadership over the classroom of freshmen
- I contributed to moderation of class discussions
- I assisted in the development of innovative approaches towards critiquing and analyzing one's work
- I've presented my own experience (both as an illustrator and artist related advice) to the students who needed assistance
- I instructed small student groups on individual aspects of the subject matter of 2d art.
Print Lab Manager
Towson University
Towson
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Within this position, my responsibilities include, but were not limited to, supervising and monitoring the print facilities, supervising and mentoring students in the use and maintenance of the print facilities
- In addition, with printer maintenance for ten printers, I conducted printer testing and proofing, assisted faculty and students with digital printing, loading paper and ink for printing, responded to special print needs, kept inventory of print supplies, and basic troubleshooting
- Other responsibilities also include repairing and maintaining equipment loaned out to students
- I kept an efficient and organized check-out system, regularly checked inventory, and kept it up to date.
Education
Masters of Fine Art - Studio Arts
Towson University
05.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Applied Design
University of Maryland Eastern
05.2013
Skills
- Proficient with the working capabilities of the digital medium both as an artist, illustrator (Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint, Blender) and as a teacher (Blackboard, Wordpress)
- Also proficient uses of the traditional mediums(chalk, charcoal, acrylic, oil paint,)
- Expert knowledge of the fundamentals of drawing and graphic design (perspective, composition, color, size to scale, line, etc)
- Problem resolution, fully capable in identifying problems, generating and implement the right solutions
- Organization and managing experience from previous positions from Towson University
Websites
Accomplishments
-2017 PICTORIA, THE BEST CONTEMPORARY ILLUSTRATORS WORLDWIDE. PUBLISHED BY CAPSULE BOOK
Selected and Featured
-Winner of the Editorial Merit Award, iJUNGLE ILLUSTRATION AWARDS 2023
Europe / January 2024
-Winner of the Talent Prize Award, Teravarna 4th WATER" Art Competition
Tervarna Art Gallery
Los Angelos, California/ August 2023
Professional Organizations
- Graphic Arts Guild
- Society of Illustrators
Affiliations
Group Exhibition: FUTURES
Academy Arts Museum
Easton, MD/ August 2023
Online Group Exhibitionn: Creative Minds - 2023
Exhibizone Online Exhibitions
Toronto, Canada/ August 2023
Online Group Exhibition: LOVE
Exhibizone Online Exhibitions
Toronto, Canada/ February 2023
Online Group Exhibition: MAGIX
Exhibizone Online Exhibitions
Toronto, Canada/ October 2022
Group Exhibition: Our Stories
Asian Arts and Culture Center
Towson, MD/ October 2020
Group Exhibition: Batman 80th Anniversary
UMES Mosley Gallery
Princess Anne, MD / June 2019
Timeline
2D Process Teaching Assistantship
Towson University
09.2019 - 02.2020
Print Lab Manager
Towson University
02.2018 - 05.2018
Freelance Illustrator
Self-employeed
09.2017 - Current
Masters of Fine Art - Studio Arts
Towson University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Applied Design
University of Maryland Eastern
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