Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline

Shayna Pfeiffer

Self-employeed
Huntingdon Valley,Pennsylvania
Shayna Pfeiffer
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience

Creative artist with expertise in visual art creation and exhibition planning. Skilled in facilitating workshops and enhancing student engagement through artistic expression.

Work History

Freelance Artist

25 Years 1 Month
Self-employeed | 08.2001 - Current
  • Developed unique artistic concepts and executed diverse projects, showcasing creativity and technical skills.
  • Conducted workshops to educate aspiring artists on various techniques and mediums.
  • Collaborated with local galleries to exhibit artwork, enhancing visibility within the art community.
  • Managed all aspects of art creation, from initial design to final presentation, ensuring quality control throughout process.
  • Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
  • Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.

Artist, ESY Coordinator (2015-2021)

22 Years 10 Months
The Delta School | 08.2001 - 06.2024
  • Developed and facilitated art workshops for students of varying skill levels.
  • Collaborated with educators to integrate art into curriculum projects.
  • Created engaging visual art for school events and classroom displays.
  • Implemented feedback sessions to enhance student creativity and artistic expression.
  • Maintained organized inventory of art supplies and materials for classes.
  • Assisted in planning and executing school-wide art exhibitions and showcases.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Mentored junior artists in studio, providing guidance on technical skills and professional development process.
  • Led collaborative mural projects in community spaces, fostering local engagement and beautifying urban areas.
  • Curated several successful art shows, selecting and arranging pieces that spoke to diverse themes and audiences.
  • Partnered with non-profit organizations to use art as tool for social change, leading initiatives that raised awareness on various issues.
  • Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
  • Used oil and acrylic paints, watercolors and digital media to create art pieces.
  • Selected and purchased materials for art projects.

Curatorial Assistant Intern

1 Year 3 Months
Institute Of Contemporary Art | 05.2000 - 08.2001
  • Researched contemporary artists, contributing to catalog development and exhibition narratives.
  • Coordinated logistics for art transportation, safeguarding pieces during transit and installation.
  • Assisted in organizing and maintaining exhibition schedules, ensuring timely setup and takedown processes.
  • Supported curatorial staff in preparing educational materials for public programs and events.
  • Conducted condition reports on artworks, ensuring accurate documentation for preservation efforts.
  • Facilitated communication between artists and staff, fostering relationships that enriched curatorial projects.
  • Streamlined the cataloging process for new acquisitions, ensuring accurate and efficient recordkeeping.

Education

Master of Arts - Holocaust Art And Antisemitism Studies

Gratz College | Jenkintown, PA | 09-2026
  • 3.8 GPA
  • Capstone Project: The Impact of Holocaust Art Education on Young People to Develop Empathy and Compassion to Prevent Genocide and Hate in Future Generations (2026)
  • Scholarship Recipient

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

Temple University | Philadelphia, PA | 05-2024

The Short and Storied Life of Eva Hesse (2024)

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Associate of Arts - Foundations, Art Education

The University of The Arts | Philadelphia, PA | 08-2005
  • 3.5 GPA
  • Relevant Coursework: Art Education

Certificate in Art Appreciation - Art History

The Barnes Foundation | Merion, PA | 04-2003

Art Appreciation course (64 credits).

Skills

Visual art creation
Digital illustration
Acrylic painting
Oil painting
Traditional drawing
Photography
Photo editing
Exhibition planning
Contemporary art trends
Color mixing
Superb attention to detail
Teamwork and cooperation
Artistic flair
Art history
Paint mixing
Project design
Charcoal and oil painting
Photographic editing
Animation basics
Web design

Accomplishments

-Awarded the Keith Haring Foundation's Artist's Scholarship in 2005 for my work with special-needs art students.

-Given a scholarship to the Barnes Foundation in October 2025 to attend art history classes.

-Showed numerous children's art exhibits throughout the Philadelphia area including the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

-Invited to paint the Children's Art display for a public art exhibition presented in the Manayunk Arts Festival in 2010.

Certification

-ASL proficiency 1-4

(ASL Association, 2011)

-Animal Therapy Certified

(via Harcum College, 2010)

-CPR Certified

-Educator Certificates and clearances available on request.

Timeline

Freelance Artist

Self-employeed
08.2001 - CurrentRead More

Artist, ESY Coordinator (2015-2021)

The Delta School
08.2001 - 06.2024Read More

Curatorial Assistant Intern

Institute Of Contemporary Art
05.2000 - 08.2001Read More

Gratz College

Master of Arts from Holocaust Art And Antisemitism Studies
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Temple University

Bachelor of Arts from Art History
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The University of The Arts

Associate of Arts from Foundations, Art Education
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The Barnes Foundation

Certificate in Art Appreciation from Art History
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Shayna Pfeiffer