SUMMARY



A talented multimedia sculptor using common but unexpected materials. Has a passion for exploring the artistic possibilities of recycled materials. Technology, social history, surreal imagery, and the various aspects of the feminine gender reoccur frequently in her work.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE


FREELANCE ARTIST
2003 – 2006
Graphic and Web Designer
Clients:
• Larkspur Market, New Ulm, MN (website)
• Interior Motives, New Ulm, MN (website)
• Council for the Arts in New Ulm, New Ulm, MN (logo)
• Control Systems Service, Springfield, MO (website and logo)

CARIBOU COFFEE,
Golden Valley, MN 2007-present
Shift Supervisor

BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL,
Springfield, MO 2007
Veterinary Technician

LARKSPUR MARKET,
New Ulm, MN 2003 – 2006
Barista, Customer Service Representative

US ARMY,
Various Locations 1997 – 2000
Signals Intelligence Analyst

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE



MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
, Mankato, MN 2007
Cultural Ambassador
• Worked with newly arrived International Students to ensure a smooth transition into the United States
• Helped to foster international friendships and understanding between International and American students

UNITED STATES ARMY
, Camp Humphreys, Korea 1999 – 2000
Volunteer English-Language Teacher
• Conducted formal classes for Korean soldiers to learn English
• Introduced Korean soldiers to American culture, allowing them to effectively interface with the US counterparts

EDUCATION



MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
, Mankato, MN 2003 – 2007
Bachelors of Fine Arts: Emphasis in Graphic Design and Sculpture
• Graduated Summa Cum Laude with 3.91 GPA
• Recognized on Dean’s List 8 consecutive semesters

ART EXHIBITIONS



Minnesota State University Senior Exhibition 2007
12 pieces, Various Titles
Southern Minnesota Regional Traveling Show – 2x2 2006
6 pieces Untitled
Minnesota State University – Freedom Exhibition – 3rd place, 2006
How Much Money can Freedom Buy
New Ulm Juried Art Show – 2nd place: 3-Dimensional Category 2005
Subconscious Layers
New Ulm Juried Art Show – 2nd place: 3-Dimensional Category 2004
Preoccupation