Sadie Franklin
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
I am a thorough and dedicated Gallery Consultant at TAT Enterprises with a passion for exhibition planning and art history. Successfully managed multiple projects and exhibitions with both my own artworks as well as historical artworks, enhancing efficiency and engaging customers through compelling displays. I am proficient in PastPerfect cataloguing, and I have fostered relationships with local artists and art enthusiasts, driving increased exposure and interest in Art History throughout the local Colorado community. Committed to delivering exceptional artistic experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Gallery Consultant
TAT Enterprises
Manitou Springs, CO
03.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Researched potential artists and artworks for acquisition or exhibition purposes.
- Discussed gallery philosophy, educating visitors on the artists' roster and the illustrations' objective.
- Analyzed clients' aesthetic and budgetary objectives to align with vendors and artists for event planning.
Artist
Self Employed
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2009 - Current
- I worked with a variety of mediums, such as oil paint, gouache paint, watercolors, ink, graphite, charcoal, wood, metal, clay, and ceramics. I Specialize in Gouache and Oils.
- Developed and conceptualized unique artistic pieces for various exhibitions and clients.
- Devised illustrations that complied with customer specifications, company standards, and mathematical formulas to fulfill customer project requests.
- Utilized diverse mediums and techniques to create visually appealing art pieces.
- Received and incorporated feedback from clients and peers to improve artistic outcomes.
- Created detailed sketches and plans as a foundation for final artworks.
- Developed new concepts for paintings or sculptures based on client requests.
Art Gallery Intern
Heller Center
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Discussed philosophy of gallery, educating visitors on roster of artists and objective of illustrations.
- Utilized PastPerfect Cataloguing system to catalogue items such as vinyl records, paintings, sculptures, medical supplies, books, and various other items.
- Organized and updated inventory records for artworks.
- Collaborated with technical staff to integrate lights, sound and other features into sets.
- Provided technical advice on the selection and use of appropriate lighting systems for exhibitions.
- Prepared rough drafts and scale working drawings outlining planned sets, scenery and property requirements.
- Created visualizations of proposed exhibit designs in order to present them to clients and stakeholders.
- Developed relationships with local artists and galleries to increase exposure of the art gallery's works.
- Planned and organized acquisition, storage and exhibition of collections and related materials.
- Set up exhibition and event spaces to install pieces for display.
- Planned themes for gallery exhibitions and designed potential lists of art.
- Assisted in the set-up of art exhibitions, including hanging and arranging artwork on walls.
- Worked closely with curators to create engaging displays that highlight specific pieces of artwork.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Museum Study And Gallery Practice, Art History
Univerisity of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Exhibition planning
- Art cataloguing
- Project management
- Collections Managment
- Public Speaking
- Art history
- PastPerfect
- Visual Arts
Accomplishments
- I have hosted various galleries, including curating the current state of the main Heller House Center on UCCS campus, as well as a temporary show in the Studio of the Heller House.
- I have hosted various exhibits showcasing my own artworks, including a show at the ENT Center of the Arts.
- I helped run and manage the Art Club on UCCS Campus and have qualified for the honors program for every year of my schooling.
- I have received three Ace awards from my job at TAT enterprises for my dedication and hard work.
Timeline
Art Gallery Intern
Heller Center
06.2024 - 11.2025
Gallery Consultant
TAT Enterprises
03.2024 - Current
Artist
Self Employed
01.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Museum Study And Gallery Practice, Art History
Univerisity of Colorado At Colorado Springs
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