Pamela Grace Yang Rawden
Hudson,USA
Summary
Dynamic independent artist with a strong background in art installation and collaboration, honed at Arts Letters & Numbers. Proven ability to create engaging sculptural works and foster positive environments. Skilled in digital fabrication and team leadership, successfully contributing to exhibitions and installations across New York and Georgia.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Artist
01.2020 - Current
- Create sculptural works using found materials, emphasizing visual narrative
- Exhibit in solo and group shows across New York and Georgia
- Collaborate with artists and institutions in residencies and pop-up exhibitions
Art Residency Assistant
Arts Letters & Numbers
Averill Park, NY
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Fostered positive work environment through strong interpersonal skills.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for visiting writers, artists, and creators.
- Collaborated with director to enhance support for targeted space operations.
Graduate Assistant – Boor Sculpture Studio
SUNY Albany
Albany, NY
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervised open studio hours and supported students in sculpture and wood shop use
- Maintained and organized tools, materials, and digital fabrication equipment
- Assisted with troubleshooting and machinery upkeep
- Supported academic and creative development through hands-on guidance
Gallery Assistant Intern
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Installed and de-installed exhibitions under tight deadlines
- Worked closely with technicians on large-scale installation projects
- Contributed insights during curatorial meetings.
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of gallery operations and artist relations
Artist Assistant – Butterfly House Residency
The Cochran Collection
LaGrange, GA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with artist Hannah Israel on sculptural installations
- Constructed and mounted large-scale outdoor pieces with UV lighting
- Adhered to production timelines for upcoming exhibitions
Collaborator – Art Container Project (Volunteer)
Liberty Theatre
Columbus, GA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Co-developed a public art installation in a repurposed container
- Engaged in creative teamwork and community-focused design
- Contributed to strategic planning and conceptual development
Education
Master of Fine Arts -
University at Albany, SUNY
12.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Columbus State University
12.2020
Skills
- Art Installation (2D & 3D)
- Lighting and A/V Setup
- Spackling, Mounting, and Wall Preparation
- Basic Carpentry and Woodshop Tools
- Digital Fabrication Techniques
- Knowledge of Epson 9900 Printers
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
- Website Design and Maintenance (Squarespace, Shopify)
- Video Editing (Premiere Pro)
- Textile Work: Sewing, Pattern Cutting, Fabrication
- Photography and Image Editing
Technical & Installation Skills
Creative & Digital Design Skills
Administrative & Archival Skills
- Art Cataloguing and Inventory (Artwork Archive)
- Email Campaign Management (Constant Contact)
- Financial & Record-Keeping Software (QuickBooks)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- File Organization and Studio Systems
- Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Problem Solving
- Strong Organizational Skills and Attention to Detail
- Client Relations and Student Engagement
- Deep Appreciation for the Arts and Contemporary Practices
Professional & Interpersonal Skills
Mindset
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn new tools and technologies to support gallery operations and creative projects
Selected Exhibitions
- MOONSquare, Think!Chinatown, NYC, 01/24
- Threads, AAPI Heritage Month, Albany Center Gallery, 01/24
- Movement Aids the Process, Athens Cultural Center, 01/24
- Transformation Project, SLCA & Arts Letters & Numbers, 05/23
- Haunted House, The Green Lodge, Chatham, NY, 05/23
- Incubator: Leaks, Arts Letters & Numbers, 05/23
- MFA Exhibition, University at Albany, 05/23
- Body (A) Part (Curator), Cochran Gallery, 05/22
Publications And Press
- Asian American, Pacific Islander Artists from Region Featured in Albany Exhibit, Times Union, 01/24
- Barzakh Magazine, 05/23
- UAlbany Art Student Awarded $7,000 SUNY Thayer Fellowship, Bethany Bump, Times Union, 05/23
Awards And Grants
- Thayer Fellowship / Patricia Kerr Ross Award, NY, 05/23
- NYSCA/NYFA Artists with Disabilities Grant, NY, 05/22
- Arts, Letters & Numbers Residency Scholarship, 05/23
- SRACE Grant, Columbus State University, 05/20
- FOA Travel Scholarship, 05/19
- Friends of Art Scholarship, 05/18
Certification
First Aid and CPR
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Timeline
Art Residency Assistant
Arts Letters & Numbers
07.2023 - 11.2023
Graduate Assistant – Boor Sculpture Studio
SUNY Albany
01.2021 - 01.2023
Artist Assistant – Butterfly House Residency
The Cochran Collection
01.2021 - 05.2021
Independent Artist
01.2020 - Current
Gallery Assistant Intern
Columbus State University
01.2020 - 06.2021
Collaborator – Art Container Project (Volunteer)
Liberty Theatre
01.2018 - 01.2021
Master of Fine Arts -
University at Albany, SUNY
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Columbus State University