Kaixin Fan
New York,New York
Summary
Experienced craftsperson with expertise in ceramic study and studio teaching and a history of high-quality and consistent work. Exemplary organization and a humble heart with verticalities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Researcher
Ceramic Studio At Teachers College
2023.01 - Current
- Completed literature reviews provide the foundation for personal studies and grant proposals.
- Collaborated with other artists to design unique projects and installations that showcased the versatility of ceramics as an art form.
- Developed strong relationships with faculty members, enabling successful collaboration on various research projects.
Apprentice
Mugi Pottery
2022.09 - 2022.11
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Developed proficiency in industry-specific tools and software through hands-on training.
- Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment.
- Received constructive feedback from mentors, leading to improved performance and increased knowledge.
Participant & Exhibit curator
Catalyst Undergraduate Art Gallery
2021.10 - 2022.03
- Contacted with potential students and artists in school and screened exhibition works.
- Scheduled the exhibition time, venue, and scale; coordinated scheme confirmation; exhibition curating; and publicity.
- Maintain official accounts on social media and network with potential users.
Teacher's Assistant
Beijing Xiaoboshi Children's Growth Center
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Assisted with classroom decoration and art material preparation; guided children in artistic creation activities.
- Create art archives of children's works and actively share the learning progress with parents.
Funder and Organizer
Free Art Workshop In Qincheng Jiayuan Community
2021.08 - 2021.08
- Planned the workshop process, prepared materials, and carried out community publicity.
- Provided art production guidance about artistic creation with recycled material and traditional Chinese paper-cut.
Education
Master of Arts - Art And Art Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Art
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Behavior And Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2022
Skills
- Adobe photoshop, InDesign, and Bridge
- Ceramic Techniques Expertise
- Wheel-throwing mastery
- Slip-casting knowledge
- Hand-Building Techniques
- Studio Maintenance Abilities
- Mold-making expertise
- Organizational Abilities
- Scheduling and Planning
- Marketing and Promotion
Accomplishments
- 09/2022-01/2024, Three times participant artist at Macy Gallery, Teachers College at Columbia University.
- 12/2021: Co-designer, Performing Arts—Transcendence. Irvine, USA. Participated in video shooting, acting, and post-editing and won the invitation to participate in the 2022 Irrational Exhibits.
- 09/2021–12/2021, Cultural Psychology Study on Friendship between Individualistic & Collectivist Cultures, Irvine, USA. Led a 5-member group to analyze target survey groups’ cultural backgrounds and designed specific questionnaires. Visualized data into statistical charts to verify the relationship between the results and the original assumptions.
- 03/2021–05/2021, Psychological Mutual Assist Group for Chinese International Students, Irvine, USA, Initiated a study to explore and improve the mental health status of Chinese students during COVID-19, Set up an online psychological mutual aid group and led 10-member group to organize a series of events. Fulfilled report writing: Positive Well-Being Peer Support Zoom Program for Chinese International Students.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Graduate Student Researcher
Ceramic Studio At Teachers College
2023.01 - Current
Apprentice
Mugi Pottery
2022.09 - 2022.11
Participant & Exhibit curator
Catalyst Undergraduate Art Gallery
2021.10 - 2022.03
Funder and Organizer
Free Art Workshop In Qincheng Jiayuan Community
2021.08 - 2021.08
Teacher's Assistant
Beijing Xiaoboshi Children's Growth Center
2021.06 - 2021.09
Master of Arts - Art And Art Education
Teachers College of Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts - Art
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Social Behavior And Psychology
University of California, Irvine
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