Whitney Bell
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Creative artist-art educator with experience instructing on basics of visual arts and conveying ideas to students with various learning styles, supporting them in understanding artistic concepts and building creative abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Instructor
Springdale High School
Springdale, USA
08.2014 - Current
- Currently teaching Painting I, Painting II, and Art Appreciation to approximately 162 high school students.
- Have also taught Drawing I, Art I, and Art III.
- Lead students in art history discussions.
- Teach various techniques and processes while encouraging experimentation.
- Co-led SHS's Art Club from 2014-2020.
- Co-sponsor SHS's Gay Straight Alliance, which began in 2016.
- Lead field trips to museums and galleries, enriching students' understanding of art history and contemporary practices.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of art education standards and new teaching methodologies.
- Select and obtain materials and supplies for classroom instruction.
- Foster a culture of respect, creativity, and collaboration among students.
Part Time Art Instructor
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Bentonville, AR
01.2012 - 08.2016
- Summer Camp Art Instructor for 6-9 year olds.
- Wrote curriculum and ordered supplies for a variety of studio projects.
- Art Instructor of youth and adult programs, classes, and workshops.
- Drop-In Activities Facilitator.
Visual Arts Instructor
Trike Theater
Bentonville, AR
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Visual Arts Instructor for various Fine Arts summer camps.
- Designed art lessons with the goal of creating props for the end of week performances.
Art Teacher
Fayetteville Public Schools
Fayetteville, USA
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Art Teacher for all kindergarten through fifth graders (approximately 375 students).
- After School Art Instructor for PTO's three extracurricular art clubs.
- After School Programs Coordinator.
- Curated children's art shows.
Art Instructor
Community Creative Center
Fayetteville, USA
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Taught of variety of mixed media summer art camps.
- Instructed after school art classes for five to seven year olds.
AuPair and Homeschool Instructor
Crete, Greece
01.2014
- Art and English Teacher for three young children in Crete, Greece.
- Caretaker of a 4, 5, and 9 year old six days a week.
Education
Art Education Certification - P-12
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art- Painting & Drawing
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas08-2009
Art in Rome - Drawing and Art History
University of Arkansas Art in Rome
Rome, Italy06-2008
Skills
- Visual Communication
- Project-based Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Design
- Inclusive Education
- Art History Researcher
Community Recognitions and Exhibitions
- Fenix Gallery, Member and Exhibiting Artist at group shows throughout the year, 2019–present
- The Medium, Generational Journey, Exhibiting Artist, group show, 2024
- ARt de Centrale, Exhibiting Artist, 2024
- Art on Main, Dallas, TX, Exhibiting Artist, two group shows, 2024
- Southern Food Company, Exhibiting Artist, annual art teacher group show, 2019-2022
- Manifest Gallery, Cincinatti, OH, Exhibiting Artist, Pattern group show, 2021
- Springdale High School Teacher of the Year, 2017
- National Art Education Association, Member, 2010-Present
- Arkansas Art Education Association, Member, 2010-Present
- Artist INC, 8 Week Professional Artist Workshop Participant, 2017
- Local Color Studio Gallery, Solo Exhibition, 2016
- Backspace, Exhibiting Artist, Group Show, 2016
- National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. Teaching Institute Participant, 2016
- Arts Center of the Ozarks, Exhibiting Artist, Art Amiss Group Show, 2016
- The Shed, Solo Exhibition, 2015
- Brooklyn Museum of Art, Public Programs Volunteer, 2013
- We Are Teachers, We Are Artists, Exhibiting Artist, Group Show, 2013
- Goop Troop Artist Coalition, Member, 2013
- Small Prints Show, Exhibiting Artist, 2012
- Crystal Bridges Art Night Out Event, Nature in Art, Live Painter, 2012
- Brewski's Apocalyptic Art Show, Exhibiting Artist, 2012
- JR's Lightbulb Club, Washington Elementary Art Club Art Show Curator, 2012
- Fayetteville Public Library, Washington Elementary Art Show Curator, 2012
- Common Grounds, Fayetteville, AR, Exhibiting Artist, 2009, 2011
- Student Teaching Internship with Fayetteville Public Schools: Washington Elementary, Leverett Elementary, McNair Middle School, and Holt Middle School, 2010
- First Thursday Fayetteville, Exhibiting Artist, 2010
- Arsagas, Fayetteville, AR, Exhibiting Artist, 2009
Timeline
Art Instructor
Springdale High School
08.2014 - Current
AuPair and Homeschool Instructor
01.2014
Part Time Art Instructor
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
01.2012 - 08.2016
Visual Arts Instructor
Trike Theater
01.2012 - 01.2015
Art Teacher
Fayetteville Public Schools
01.2011 - 08.2013
Art Instructor
Community Creative Center
01.2010 - 07.2012
Art Education Certification - P-12
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art- Painting & Drawing
University of Arkansas
Art in Rome - Drawing and Art History
University of Arkansas Art in Rome
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