EDUCATION
University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia – Lamar Dodd School of Art. M.F.A. Ceramics – Magna cum Laude 2002
Alfred University, Alfred, New York – New York State College of Ceramics. B.F.A. Ceramics and Painting – Magna cum Laude 1995
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Professor of Art: 2013-Present University of North Georgia, Gainesville, Georgia.
- Designed newly approved courses ART 4730 Advanced Wheel-Throwing, ART 4740 Advanced Hand Building, ART 4720 Ceramic Systems, and ART 4710 Ceramic Materials
- Developed and taught UNG’s first Hybrid Art Appreciation courses
- In conjunction with English Professor, designed learning community combining Multicultural Literature and Art Appreciation
- Participate in student Portfolio Reviews and Senior Proposals
- Participate in senior exhibition defenses
- Teach students how to create objects with various art processes, how to use equipment safely, and how to present their work publicly
- Teach students critical analysis skills and how to prepare for the workforce
- Manage all aspects of ceramic studio operations including maintenance, supplies, kiln firings (gas & electric), glaze mixing, and safety concerns
- Jury artwork of students who submit for departmental scholarships
- Courses taught:
- ART 2700: Ceramics I
- ART 3700: Ceramics II
- ART 4700: Ceramics III
- ART 4740: Advanced Hand Building
- ART 4730: Advanced Wheel Throwing
- ART 4720: Ceramic Systems and Surface
- ART 4910: Senior Capstone Exhibition
- ART 1100: Art Appreciation (Online-Hybrid)
- ARST 2500: Hand Building
- ARST 2510: Wheel Throwing
- ARST 2300: Painting I
- ARST 1030: Three-Dimensional Design
- ARST 2902: Special Topics in Art
- ARSX 1100: Art Appreciation
- HNRS 1100: Honors Introduction
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Studio Manager: 2003-2004. Good Dirt Ceramics Center, Athens, Georgia.
- Responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of the studio including kiln firing, glaze mixing, and supply inventory
- Trained and supervised studio volunteers
Summer Assistant: 2002-2003.Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle, Maine
- Assisted in the general operations of the summer workshops
- Responsibilities included leading guest orientations, supervising work study students, addressing any and all workshop needs, and installing artist exhibitions
Ceramics and Sculpture Program Coordinator: 1995-1999. Ann Arbor Art Center, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Managed ceramics studio that served over 150 students per term
- Created ceramics and sculpture courses and course descriptions in conjunction with instructors and the Education Director
- Hired and trained instructors and volunteers
- Addressed the needs of all students
- Established efficient facility operations and safety procedures
- Managed studio finances, firings, glaze mixing, supply ordering, and equipment maintenance and repair
AWARDS/GRANTS
Featherbone Communiversity’s Masters in Teaching: Life Changers at Work Award – 2018. Brenau University, Gainesville, Georgia
Teaching Excellence Award (Tenure-track) – 2017. University of North Georgia, Gainesville, Georgia
Presidential Academic Innovation Awardee – Honors Study Away on Daufuskie Island – Written by Dr. Tanya Bennett, team-taught by Tanya Bennett and Jennifer Graff – 2017. University of North Georgia, Gainesville, Georgia
Presidential Academic Innovation Awardee for research proposal titled, The Power of Critique – 2014. University of North Georgia, Gainesville, Georgia
PUBLICATIONS
Ceramics Technical – Volume 20 Issue 1, May-October 2014.
- Original manuscript titled, The Sum of All Parts– 2014
- Manuscript published in the international periodical. The work profiles the life and ceramic art of Kate Tremel.
Electric Firing – Creative Techniques, Ceramic Arts Handbook Series.
- The book includes the original manuscript titled, Kelly King- Surface and Form published in 2008 by the America Ceramics Society, edited by Anderson Turner
Ceramics Monthly, March Issue – Volume 56, No.3
- Original manuscript and feature article titled, Nestle, Nuzzle, Run for Cover: Kelly King’s Untamable Subconscious – 2008
- Manuscript published in the international periodical. The work profiles the life and ceramic art of Kelly King. An image from the article was featured on the cover of the magazine.
WORKSHOPS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Institute of Higher Education, Athens, Georgia
- Governor’s Teaching Fellowship – 2013-2014 Faculty Fellow
- Governor’s Teaching Fellowship-Reunion Conference – 2015
- Governor’s Teaching Fellowship Reunion – 2018
Center for Teaching, Learning and Leadership, Gainesville, Georgia
- Designing and Coordinating Study Away -2018
SECAC Conference, Columbus, Ohio
- Southeastern College Art Conference – 2017
- Presented paper titled Bridging Cross-Disciplinary Efforts with Experiential Learning – Panel titled Connecting Disconnect: Cultivating Interconnectivity through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, Georgia
- Pottery Demonstration – 2017
Reynold’s Mansion, Sapelo Island, Georgia
- State of the Arts Conference – 2017
Center for Teaching Learning and Leadership, UNG, Gainesville, Georgia
- Presenter: SOIRE – (Faculty Research Symposium) The Power of Critique – 2016
Multiple Venues, Kansas City, Missouri
- NCECA Conference (National Conference for the Education of the Ceramic Arts – 2016
University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
- LEAP States Georgia Conference – 2016
EXHIBITIONS
The Emerging National 2020 – Museum of Arts and Sciences, Macon Georgia.
Perspectives: Georgia Potters and Collectors – Members Gallery – 2018. Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, Watkinsville, Georgia. Solo Exhibition.
Let’s Go Postal – Exhibition – 2018. Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, Watkinsville, Georgia.
Pop-Up Show – Faculty Exhibition – 2018. University of North Georgia, Dahlonega, Georgia
Clay Review 3 – Ceramics Invitational – 2017. Abernathy Art Center, Atlanta, Georgia
Faculty Biennial Exhibition – 2017. Roy C. Moore Gallery, Gainesville, Georgia
Transfers Exhibition – 2017. Oconee Art Gallery, Watkinsville, Georgia
Coalition of the Willing – UNG multi-campus faculty show – 2017. Myers Gallery, Athens Academy, Athens, Georgia
delecTABLE: The Fine Art of Dining – Third Biennial Juried Exhibit of Functional Ceramics – 2016. Art Students League of Denver, Denver, Colorado
Southern Highlands Craft Guild Exhibition: UNG Faculty and Students – 2016. Folk Art Center, Asheville, North Carolina
Clay in Georgia: Ceramic Educators in the Red Clay State – 2015. Wesleyan College, Macon, Georgia
UNG DoVA Faculty Exhibition – 2015. Quinlan Visual Arts Center, Gainesville, Georgia
Spotlight on Art – 2015. Trinity School, Atlanta, Georgia
Hand Made Invitational – 2015. Swan Coach House, Atlanta, Georgia
Group Show titled, Plates – 2014. MudFire Clayworks and Gallery, Decatur, Georgia
ArtDoors Festival group show – 2012-2014 The Hambidge Center, Rabun Gap, Georgia
Perspectives: Georgia Potters and Collectors – 2004-2010, 2012-Present. Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, Watkinsville, Georgia
Fired Works – 2013-2017 Macon Arts Alliance, Macon, Georgia
Peach Belt Conference Student and Faculty Art Exhibition – 2013-2014. Columbus State University Gallery, Columbus, Georgia
Yunomi Invitational – 2013. AKAR Gallery, Iowa City, Iowa
They Used to Work Here – 2013. Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle, Maine
Group Show titled, Layered – 2013. MudFire Clayworks and Gallery, Decatur, Georgia
UNG Faculty Biennial Exhibition – 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017. Roy C. Moore Art Gallery, Gainesville, Georgia
Mugs for Jugs: 2011-2014. MudFire Clayworks and Gallery, Decatur, Georgia
Georgia Potter’s First Annual Exhibition and Sale – 2012. MOCA Georgia, Atlanta, Georgia
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