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Michelle Fairchild

North Wilkesboro,North Carolina

Summary

Professional artist and art educator with strong focus on delivering impactful and visually compelling and inspirational work. Demonstrates expertise in various artistic techniques and the abilities to educate others on color theory, composition, drawing as well as design elements. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and reliable, consistently achieving team goals and fostering creative solutions. Known for strong conceptual thinking and keen attention to detail, enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Working Artist & Gallery Owner

Gypsybee Studios and Gallery/Self Employeed
08.2013 - 02.2025
  • Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
  • Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
  • Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
  • Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
  • Facilitated partnerships with local businesses, displaying artwork in cafes and shops to reach broader audience.
  • Led collaborative mural projects in community spaces, fostering local engagement and beautifying urban areas.
  • Partnered with non-profit organizations to use art as tool for social change, leading initiatives that raised awareness on various issues.
  • Conducted workshops for aspiring artists, sharing techniques in various mediums and inspiring creativity.
  • Coordinated with city officials to initiate public art projects, enhancing community spaces and engaging residents in artistic process.

Art Educator National Board Certified

Hickory City Schools
08.2001 - 12.2013
  • Managed the acquisition, distribution, and maintenance of art supplies within budget constraints, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on students'' learning experiences.
  • Fostered connections between students'' personal experiences and artistic expression through reflective discussions about their work process.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art techniques and mediums into lesson plans.
  • Implemented assessment tools for evaluating student progress, using results to inform future instructional strategies.

Art Educator

Wilkes County Schools
  • Managed the acquisition, distribution, and maintenance of art supplies within budget constraints, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on students'' learning experiences.
  • Fostered connections between students'' personal experiences and artistic expression through reflective discussions about their work process.
  • Implemented assessment tools for evaluating student progress, using results to inform future instructional strategies.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art techniques and mediums into lesson plans.

Education

Bachelor Of Science Art Education - Art Education

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC

Skills

  • Commission requests
  • Social media promotion
  • Public speaking
  • Gallery and exhibit preparation
  • Teaching technique and inspiring creativity in others
  • Visual art creation
  • Acrylic painting
  • Traditional drawing

Timeline

Working Artist & Gallery Owner

Gypsybee Studios and Gallery/Self Employeed
08.2013 - 02.2025

Art Educator National Board Certified

Hickory City Schools
08.2001 - 12.2013

Art Educator

Wilkes County Schools

Bachelor Of Science Art Education - Art Education

Appalachian State University

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