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Laurie McGowan

Peterborough

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in program development, art education, and exhibition curation. Proven track record in fostering artist relations and community engagement to create impactful, culturally immersive residency programs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder, Director

La Collina Artists Residency
Peterborough
01.2023 - Current
  • Created residency programs for emerging and mid-career visual artists and writers in Ireland and Italy, fostering artistic growth and an immersive cultural experience.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth functionality of ground transportation, residency facilities and resources.

Art Gallery Director

Conant Gallery
Groton
09.2010 - 06.2024

Vetted and researched artists to curate engaging exhibitions.
Managed installation of exhibits to ensure high-quality presentation.
Coordinated promotional materials to enhance visibility of events.
Organized openings, facilitating smooth operations and guest experiences.

  • Curated diverse art exhibitions to enhance cultural engagement at the gallery.
  • Cultivated relationships with artists to foster community engagement and collaboration.

Arts Faculty

Lawrence Academy
Groton
09.2006 - 06.2023

Taught photography, multimedia courses, and art history to highly motivated international high school students.
Designed and taught workshops in Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, Ghost Ranch NM, and Colorado.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

State University of New York
NY

Skills

  • Program development
  • Budget management
  • Exhibition curation
  • Artist relations
  • Strategic planning
  • Community engagement
  • Italian language
  • Award winning, fine art photographer

Affiliations

CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocate for Neglected and Abused Children, 2023-present. Cases involve visiting children and all parties associated with the children, writing court reports, and appearing in court.
Children in the Arts, Peterborough, 2004-present, assist with community events.

Associations

Monadnock Art/Friends of the Dublin Art Colony, member, exhibitor

New Hampshire Art Association, member, exhibitor

Womens Caucus for Art, member, exhibitor

Timeline

Founder, Director

La Collina Artists Residency
01.2023 - Current

Art Gallery Director

Conant Gallery
09.2010 - 06.2024

Arts Faculty

Lawrence Academy
09.2006 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

State University of New York
Laurie McGowan