Olomidara Yaya
Alameda,CA
Summary
Hinkle is a great candidate for positions that involve organizational skills, management, creative problem solving, editorial work, and publishing. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Founder/Owner
KACH Studio
Alameda, CA
05.2012 - 10.2024
- Conducted archival research for private and public art commissions and museum exhibitions
- Maintained company artwork and library archival systems and maintenance of 500+ artworks and ephemera
- Sold and created commissions for fine art, books, and performances
- Published small press limited edition book publishing
- Placed original artworks into 50+ prominent private and public art collections nationally and internationally
- Conducted shipping fulfillment for online shop
- Facilitated and executed creative vision for company
- Created all company website design and engagement
- Communicated 1:1 with clients, institutions and stakeholders
- Completed exhibition development and design for 13 solo exhibitions
- Curated visiting artists and panels for conferences
- Managed company employees, subcontractors, and interns
- Secured grant and fellowship funding for multiple projects and to support studio overhead costs
- Provided wellness services for clients
- Was invited to give services to clients at retreats and orientations for colleges and non-profits
- Established creative vision and direction for diverse projects within studio environment.
- Was the company registrar and liaison for multiple registrars in museums and galleries
- Conducted employee training and mentorship
- Provided high resolution photo documentation to press, museums, galleries, and event coordinators
- Provided customer care and service for repair of artworks, shipping needs, and consignment agreements
- Resolved conflicts with consignments, contracts and any and all legal compliances
- Created and developed all company contracts and implementation
Assistant Professor of Painting
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Conducted archival research for private and public art commissions and museum exhibitions
- Taught drawing and painting courses to undergraduate and graduate students
- Curated Weinsfeld Visiting Artist Lecture Series, recruiting nationally and internationally recognized contemporary artists to present work 1,000+ people in overall attendance in-person and virtually
- Liaised with multiple departments for course development and coordinating speakers
- Maintained drawing and painting facilities for the department: ordering supplies, organizing materials, managing student workers
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students, fostering academic growth and collaboration within research teams.
- Enhanced student engagement through interactive teaching methods and technology integration in classroom settings.
- Evaluated student performance using diverse assessment strategies, ensuring alignment with learning objectives and standards.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
- Enhanced cross-disciplinary collaboration through active participation in departmental meetings and workshops.
- Enhanced departmental student engagement through the creation of Studio Nights for students who were struggling with assignments and having a sense of belonging on campus
- Recruited and participated in selection committees for graduate applicants
- Chaired the Department during the summer of 2019
- Mentored graduate students and facilitated studio visits and critiques
- Developed and implemented innovative curriculum for undergraduate courses in line with departmental goals.
Wanlass Artist in Residence
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted a year-long residency program at Oxy Arts
- Presented scholarly work from The Kentifrica Project
- Taught a course based upon Kentifrications: Convergent Truths & Realities for undergraduate students in the art department
- Worked in collaboration with Special Collections and Archives to reimagine holdings in the collection and give new contexts for conversations based on colonialism and historical contexts
- Presented an exhibition with 23 holdings from KACH Studio and Occidental College's special collections
- Facilitated a three-day Kentifrica Is Or Kentifrica Ain't conference
- Published a limited edition 200 copies of Kentifrications Convergent Truths & Realities, Occidental College & Sming Sming Books
- Collaborated with Keith Stretch and Occidental College's special collections in the library for a projection project
- Mentored students in artistic techniques, fostering creative growth and collaboration.
- Developed and executed innovative art projects enhancing campus community engagement.
- Ensured timely and accurate reporting of residency progress to relevant stakeholders, including funders and cultural partners.
Adjunct Faculty
CalArts
Valencia, CA
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Co-taught foundation drawing courses of 50 undergraduate students that became experimental drawing for two semesters
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions, fostering critical thinking among students.
- Developed course materials and syllabi aligned with academic standards and institutional goals.
- Collaborated with faculty colleagues to refine curriculum and improve instructional strategies.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to enhance student engagement and retention rates.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
US Fulbright Scholar in Sculpture
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Conducted archival research about the Benin Massacre/ Punitive Expedition with descendent of Oba Dr. Peju Layiwola from The University of Lagos
- Presented work from interdisciplinary Kentifrica Project that engages museum studies and the politics of discovery and display
- Met with international artists and faculty for course planning, events and development
- Participated in an art exhibition for the US/Nigeria Consulate
- Taught 2-3 courses to undergraduate students in Studio Art and African-American Art History
- Mentored junior scholars, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
- Engaged with local communities to promote educational initiatives and partnerships.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
CAP Program Coordinator
California Institute of the Arts
Valencia, CA
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Supervised 50+ employees who were a mixture of faculty, undergraduate and graduate students.
- Represented the CAP Program at various satellite sites all over Los Angeles County
- Designed flyers, information, updated the website, and coordinated course schedules
- Worked with consultants and implemented best work practices
- Conducted comparative research of Community Arts Partnership programs nationally and internationally to support developing best practices, contemporary models, innovative programming and for grant writing support
- Maintained program budgets, travel, and inventory for various sites
- Assisted with data collection for annual reports, grants, and fundraising
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Art & Critical Studies Creative Writing
CalArts
Valencia, CA05-2012
BFA - Painting
Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore, MD05-2009
Skills
- Curation & Exhibition Design
- Strategic thinking
- Research & Development
- Program administration (Project management)
- Grant Writing
- Event Planning
- Installation Art/Sculpture/Fine Art
- Graphic Design (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Creative Writing- Publishing
- Effective communicator and public speaker
- Management team leadership
- Legal compliance
- People and culture
- Board collaboration
- Consulting
- Market Knowledge
Accomplishments
- Author of “Kentifrications: Convergent Truths & Realities, The Evanesced [Tarot Deck & Guidebook], SIR,” published in collaboration with Sming Sming Books and Litmus Press in 2018-2021.
Certification
- Certified Death & Postpartum Doula, Doulas by the Bay and IAP Career Association - 2022 & 2025
- Certified Sound Therapist, SHIFT Meditation - 2021
- Certified Reiki Master, Wholistic Health Services - 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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AWARDS
Hinkle is the recipient of several fellowships and grants, including the Rema Hort Mann Foundation Emerging Artist Award, the Cultural Center for Innovation's Investing in Artists Grant, Social Practice in Art (SPart-LA), and the Jacob K. Javits Full Fellowship for Graduate Study. She is a alumna (2015–2016) of the US Fulbright Program, in which she conducted research at the University of Lagos in Lagos, Nigeria. The Kentifrica project was featured in the Made in L.A. 2012, making her the youngest artist featured.
Portfolio
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My Professional Work
Artwork on the cover of art ltd.
THEY-Allensworth Project
Sound bath offerings
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Painting
UC Berkeley
07.2018 - 07.2022
Wanlass Artist in Residence
Occidental College
08.2017 - 08.2018
Adjunct Faculty
CalArts
09.2016 - 05.2017
US Fulbright Scholar in Sculpture
University of Lagos
10.2015 - 03.2016
CAP Program Coordinator
California Institute of the Arts
05.2012 - 08.2015
Founder/Owner
KACH Studio
05.2012 - 10.2024
BFA - Painting
Maryland Institute College of Art
Master of Fine Arts - Art & Critical Studies Creative Writing
CalArts