Overview
Work History
Education
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Museums
Retail
Art Show Participations
Timeline
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Kayla Wanatee

Kayla Wanatee

Toledo,IA

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Studio Monitor

Institute Of American Indian Arts
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced studio efficiency by organizing and maintaining equipment inventory.
  • Maintained a safe and clean studio environment, adhering to industry standards and regulations.
  • Contributed to a positive studio atmosphere by fostering strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Assisted Students in retrieving materials for class projects

Studio Assistant

Erica Lord
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in the production of high-quality art pieces through meticulous attention to detail and steady handwork.
  • Managed inventory and supplies, ensuring timely delivery for continuous project work.
  • Supported creative team in meeting project deadlines by efficiently completing assigned tasks.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions with creative teams to contribute ideas and improve overall project results.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

Institute of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture And Arts Development
Santa Fe, NM
05.2025

High School Diploma -

South Tama County High School
Tama, IA
05.2013

Skills

  • Studio Maintenance and etiquette
  • Materials Organization
  • Creative Direction
  • Project Management
  • Client rapport
  • Analytical Skills
  • Professional Demeanor

Museums

  • December 2023 - Painting Three Generations of Woman in Collection at Meskwaki Tribal Museum

Retail

  • 2024 EATSS(American Indian College Fund's Epicurean Awards to Support Scholars) - Copper Jewelry sold at event, New York, NY
  • Febuary 2024 -Jewelry sold to Museum of Contemporary Native Art, Santa Fe, NM
  • July 2022 - Jewelry sold to Big Rain Gallery, Pawhuska, OK

Art Show Participations

  • 2024 Art Rush Exhibition - Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery
  • 2023 "Creations: Where We Begin" exhibition - Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery
  • 2023 Art Rush Exhibition - Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery
  • 2023 Smithsonian Craft Show - Institute of American Indian Art display booth
  • 2023 American Indian Higher Education Consortium Art Show - 1st place Textile, Traditional Arts Category
  • 2023 Institute of American Indian Arts Art Competition - 2nd place Leatherwork, Juror's Selection Textile Traditional Arts Category
  • 2022 IAIA Art Competition - Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery

Timeline

Studio Monitor

Institute Of American Indian Arts
08.2023 - 12.2023

Studio Assistant

Erica Lord
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

Institute of American Indian And Alaska Native Culture And Arts Development

High School Diploma -

South Tama County High School

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