NORA KEYES
LOS ANGELES,CA
Summary
Experienced Painter providing 20 years of expertise in creating works in oil & acrylic paint. Deep understanding of composition, color theory, paint mediums, landscape & figurative subjects. Experienced teaching children & adults with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly, creatively inspiring, and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Instructor
LACR LAUSD After School Program
09.2012 - 09.2015
- Developed Lesson Plans, Created hands on engaging activities for students to apply knowledge, Classroom management, Progress documentation, Provided support to help special education students, Organized student art show
Artist Assistant
Cameron Gray
09.2010 - 02.2012
- Executed the creation of various art pieces, including paintings, and sculptures, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available
Designer of Posters & T-Shirts
Smashing Pumpkins National Tour
09.2011
- Designed eye catching images & graphics for promotional use
Artist Assistant
David Lachapelle
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Sculpted & painted various miniatures used in sets for photography & film, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available, Collaborated in the set & miniature design for castle in Minajesty
Artist Assistant
John Merritt Productions
03.2012
- Sculpted & painted miniatures used in sets for a commercial, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available, Managed studio logistics, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, organizing storage, and ensuring a safe and efficient workspace
Artist Assistant
Cat Solen
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Executed the creation of puppets, including painting, and sculpting, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available, Managed studio logistics, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, organizing storage, and ensuring a safe and efficient workspace
Art Restoration
Nathan Zakheim
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted in restorative efforts of damaged painting by cleaning, & touching up with paint, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available, Managed studio logistics, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, organizing storage, and ensuring a safe and efficient workspace
Artist Assistant
“It’s Gawd” Starring Tommy Chong
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Executed the creation of sets, including painting & carpentry, Assisted in the preparation of art materials, ensuring that all supplies were organized and readily available, Managed studio logistics, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, organizing storage, and ensuring a safe and efficient workspace
Professional Musician
Self
06.2000 - Current
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating captivating stage presence and innovative performance techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Illustration
Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CASkills
- Painting in Acrylic & Oil
- Interpersonal Skills: Active listening, Leadership skills, Problem-solving skills
- Ability to cultivate creativity
- Ability to cultivate enthusiasm for art making
- Ability to cultivate confidence
- Knowledge of Art History
- Understanding Art Theory
Notable Press
- Vice Magazine, 06/2016, http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/blog/trip-hyperspace-psychonaut-artist-city-of-the-seekers, Her heavily layered artworks are impressive from afar, but only when they're seen up close can one truly appreciate the amount of work and detail involved.
- High Fructose, 07/2016, http://hifructose.com/2016/07/27/nora-keyes-creates-absorbing-interdimensional-works-with-painting-collage/, Her absorbing work can be scrutinized from feet or inches away, maintaining the viewer’s gaze at every corner
Timeline
Artist Assistant
“It’s Gawd” Starring Tommy Chong
07.2016 - 09.2016
Art Instructor
LACR LAUSD After School Program
09.2012 - 09.2015
Artist Assistant
Cat Solen
09.2012 - 02.2013
Art Restoration
Nathan Zakheim
09.2012 - 02.2013
Artist Assistant
John Merritt Productions
03.2012
Artist Assistant
David Lachapelle
11.2011 - 06.2013
Designer of Posters & T-Shirts
Smashing Pumpkins National Tour
09.2011
Artist Assistant
Cameron Gray
09.2010 - 02.2012
Professional Musician
Self
06.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Illustration
Art Center College of Design
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