Melanie Shaw
Gunnison,CO
Summary
Adept Muralist with a proven track record at Mountain Roots, enhancing public spaces through art that embodies community values. Demonstrates exceptional color mixing and surface preparation, alongside self-motivation and discipline. Successfully managed projects from concept to completion, ensuring vibrant, meaningful murals that promote creative freedom and positivity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Muralist
Mountain Roots
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Enhanced visual appeal of public spaces by creating eye-catching and meaningful murals.
- Utilized various painting techniques and styles to create unique murals that catered to diverse clientele requests.
- Designed murals that incorporated community values, promoting social awareness and positive change through art.
Volunteer
Detroit Finnish Summer Camp Association
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Learned about reforesting the land in which the cooperative sat upon
- Collaborated and learned from community members doing the same work
- Learned independent skills and time management
Muralist
Private Client
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Set up scaffolding, prepped under-base walls and participated in loading and unloading of materials.
- Documented progress throughout each stage of the creative process by taking photos or videos—creating valuable content for marketing purposes such as social media and website updates.
- Provided consultation services for clients seeking guidance on mural themes, materials, budgets, and other project details.
Education
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MIHigh School Diploma -
Berkley High School
Berkley, MI05.2018
Skills
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Color mixing
- Surface preparation techniques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Muralist
Mountain Roots
09.2024 - 11.2024
Volunteer
Detroit Finnish Summer Camp Association
05.2024 - 06.2024
Muralist
Private Client
10.2022 - 05.2023
Oakland Community College
High School Diploma -
Berkley High School
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