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Keira Folsom

Keira Folsom

Montevallo,AL

Summary

Dynamic artist with a rich background in both traditional fine art and digital mediums, excelling especially in the field of printmaking. Adept at engaging audiences through a variety of modes, including exhibitions, workshops, and art markets. Strong skills in communication, project management, and marketing, complemented by a deep commitment to storytelling and fostering meaningful connections and thoughtful dialogue through art.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Artist

Steven's Residency
06.2024 - 08.2024

Collaborated with fellow resident artists of various ages and backgrounds to curate an exhibition raising awareness about the endangerment of the Montevallo swamp due to urban development. Contributed to creative brainstorming sessions, generating and refining innovative concepts for the project.


Printmaking Workshop Leader

Prof. Collin Williams (University of Monetvallo)
03.2024 - 03.2024

Facilitated a VAAP screen printing workshop for high school students, providing hands-on instruction in the screen printing process. Demonstrated techniques for printing on fabric and guided students in creating their own screen-printed pieces to take home.

Art Markets

Self-Employed
10.2023 - Current

Participated in 10 art markets around Alabama, showcasing and selling original artwork to diverse audiences. Developed skills in customer engagement, sales, and marketing. Gained experience in inventory management, pricing strategies, and creating an inviting booth presentation. Strengthened adaptability and problem-solving abilities by responding to on-site challenges and feedback from customers.

Art Exhibtion

Photographic Nights of Selma Festival
12.2022 - 01.2023

Had a photo selected by the head of the photography department to be entered and displayed at the Photographic Nights of Selma Festival. Gained experience in presenting work outside of the University.

Art Exhibitions

University of Montevallo
09.2024 - Current

Has participated and created art for multiple exhibitions held at the University of Montevallo, some student led.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking (BFA)

University of Montevallo
Montevallo
05-2025

Skills

  • Traditional fine art skills
  • Photoshop proficiency
  • Art Installation
  • Graphic Design
  • Online Marketing
  • Teaching workshops (leadership roles)
  • Printmaking
  • Web design

Interests

Engages with and creates art for the DIY Birmingham music scene, which showcases a wide variety of genres, though especially punk and metal Has worked with a number of these bands to screen print merch for them

Timeline

Art Exhibitions

University of Montevallo
09.2024 - Current

Resident Artist

Steven's Residency
06.2024 - 08.2024

Printmaking Workshop Leader

Prof. Collin Williams (University of Monetvallo)
03.2024 - 03.2024

Art Markets

Self-Employed
10.2023 - Current

Art Exhibtion

Photographic Nights of Selma Festival
12.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Printmaking (BFA)

University of Montevallo
Keira Folsom