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Jorge  Luzardo

Jorge Luzardo

Perth Amboy,NJ

Summary

Creative art teacher with several years of experience instructing students on basics of drawing, painting and sculpture. Articulate communicator skilled at conveying ideas to students with various learning styles. Supporting students in understanding artistic concepts and building creative abilities.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher

Puerto Rican Association For Human Development, Inc.
Perth Amboy , NJ
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
  • Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.
  • Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
  • Presented and designed exciting lessons to actively engage learners.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
  • Created original artwork in a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints, pencils, charcoal, pastels, and markers.
  • Organized and participated in art exhibitions to showcase work.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Isdi Instituto Superior De Diseño
Havana, IL
07-2008

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Charcoal and oil painting
  • Acrylic painting
  • Project-based learning
  • Painting techniques
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Time management abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • Multitasking

More about myself

Talented artist and educator with a Degree in Graphic Design, earned in 1988 in Cuba. I have furthered my education with complementary studies in various fields, including Interior Decoration (1990-1992), Artistic Direction of Performances from the Cuban Institute of Music (2009), and Art Curation from University of Havana (2008-2009). Additionally, I had trained in cultural production and promotion, gaining valuable experience that has shaped his multifaceted career.

Throughout my professional journey, I had developed a wide range of skills. I have proficient in floral decoration, papier-mache, and bamboo work, and I had taught crafts and art at the Antonia Eiriz Art Gallery. I was the director from 2007 to 2017. I diverse Office, as well as a cultural promoter and programmer at the Municipal Directorate of Culture. From 2007 to 2016, I served as a craft, art, and design instructor at the Casa Natal de Antonia Eiriz, where I inspired many through his teaching.

My constributions to the arts extend beyond the classroom. I had been the Artistic Director of the Beny More Interpretation Festival for five consecutive years (2004-2009) and seved as General Producer of the San Miguel Week of Culture from 2006 to 2015. I also directed shows and the Havana Carnival from 2010 to 2015 and led Papier Mache workshops for nearly a decade. From 2014 to 2020, he was the Director of the Caribbean Papier Modeling Company, further showcasing his leadership and artistic vision.

Today, I continues to make a significant impact at PRAHD, where I teaches art to senior citizens. I workshops offer seniors the chance to explore their creativity, learn new skills, and foster connections through artistic expression. In addition to my teaching, I provides design services for PRAHD, helping shape the organization's visual identity. My dedication to art and design continues to enrich the community and highlight the importance of creative expression for all ages.

Timeline

Art Teacher

Puerto Rican Association For Human Development, Inc.
10.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts -

Isdi Instituto Superior De Diseño
Jorge Luzardo