Ann Barton
Loveland
Summary
Over 2 decades of experience in Visual Merchandising, lighting, placement etc. for several varied retail establishments
Experience developing corporate identification.
10+ years of playing with shrink paper
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist
Blue Moose Gallery
Fort Collins, CO
04.2023 - Current
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
Artist
Madison & Main Gallery
Greeley, CO
01.2018 - Current
- Implemented innovative display strategies to enhance viewer experience in gallery spaces.
- Curated thematic exhibitions that aligned with community interests and cultural events.
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Developed unique art pieces that garnered positive attention from critics and collectors, leading to increased sales and commissions.
- Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with city officials to initiate public art projects, enhancing community spaces and engaging residents in artistic process.
Artist
Loveland Museum & Gallery
Loveland, CO
05.2014 - Current
- Created jewelry utilizing shrink film to engage community visitors.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Art
DACC Auraria
Denver, CO08-1988
Skills
- Acrylic painting
- Visual art creation
- Traditional drawing
- Commission requests
- Visual storytelling
- Photography
- Concept development
- Visual communication expertise
Timeline
Artist
Blue Moose Gallery
04.2023 - Current
Artist
Madison & Main Gallery
01.2018 - Current
Artist
Loveland Museum & Gallery
05.2014 - Current
Associate of Arts - Graphic Art
DACC Auraria