Resume
_ Kathleen (Elyse) Williams
www.kathleenelyse.com
kathleenelyseart@gmail.com
Telephone: 614-589-0440
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts in Sculpture, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, 2014
(studied with Duane McDiarmid, Marilyn Poeppelmeyer, John Sabraw)
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts, Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio, 2011
(studied with Barry Gunderson, Claudia Esslinger, Marcella Hackbardt)
AWARDS AND HONORS
• Graduation Tuition Wavier, Ohio University, 2011-2013
· Best in Show, “Mixing It Up”, High Road Gallery, Ohio, 2011
o Juried by Jamie Goldstein of the Greater Columbus Arts Council, GCAC
OTHER AWARDS AND HONORS
· Burton D. Morgan Entrepreneurship Award, 2009
· North Coast Atlantic Conference All Conference Award,
o Women’s Basketball, First Team, 2009-2010 Season
· All Tournament Team, Brandeis College Holiday Tournament 2009
· North Coast Atlantic Conference All Conference Award,
o Women’s Basketball, Second Team, 2008-2009 Season[1]
· All Tournament Team, Holiday Inn Meadowlands Women’s Basketball Classic
o Washington & Jefferson, 2008
· North Coast Atlantic Conference Player of the Week, January 4th, 2008
· AGONIS Student Athlete Award, 2006-07
· Columbus Dispatch Scholar-Athlete Award, 2007
TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Instructor-of-Record)
Introduction to Sculpture, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Spring, 2014
Introduces fundamental techniques and issues in three-dimensional art with emphasis on creative expression, design, and craftsmanship. Designed for the non-art student in the general university seeking an appreciation and heightened understanding of art and art practices
Introduction to Sculpture, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Fall, 2013
Introduces fundamental techniques and issues in three-dimensional art with emphasis on creative expression, design, and craftsmanship. Designed for the non-art student in the general university seeking an appreciation and heightened understanding of art and art practices
Function, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Summer, 2013
Function explores the physical, metaphorical, and cultural significance of art's function, the relationship of the artist/designer to tools as a vehicle for problem solving, and the many roles of the artist/designer in society. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Teaching Assistant)
Structure, Ohio University, 2009 (assisted Jason “Tanner” Young), Spring 2013
Structure explores structure as it can be applied to physical, organizational, conceptual, spatial, contextual, and fixed as well as plastic approaches in the consideration of and making of art and design. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
Function, Ohio University, 2009 (assisted Courtney Kessel), 2012
Function explores the physical, metaphorical, and cultural significance of art's function, the relationship of the artist/designer to tools as a vehicle for problem solving, and the many roles of the artist/designer in society. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
RELATED EXPERIENCES
Community Arts and Engagement Coordinator, Open Door Art Studio, 2019-Present
Art Coordinator, Creative Foundations, 2018-2019·
Woodshop/Metal Shop Monitor, Ohio University, 2011-2014
· Photographer/ Photo Editor/ Entrepreneur 2006-2011: Owner of a small photography studio called Sky Studios, performed senior pictures, weddings, family portraits, and any freelance jobs.
· Intern, Columbus Idea Foundry, Columbus, Ohio, Summer, 2011
Memberships
Columbus Idea Foundry
ROY G BIV
College Art Association
Ohio Art League
EXHIBITIONS
Alumnae 50 Years Women at Kenyon, Horvitz Hall, Gambier, Ohio, 2019
This Inspired That, Open Door Art Studio, Columbus, Ohio, 2019
Spectroscopy, Columbus Mini Maker Faire at COSI, Columbus, Ohio, 2012
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Claudia Esslinger and Marcella Hackbardt, "A Celebration of 50 Years of Women Artists at Kenyon College." Print, August 2019
Mavros, Ashleigh. “Second Year Graduate Student Art Exhibit Reflects Journey Together.” Ohio U Fine Arts 29 Oct. 2012. <https://artsforohio.wordpress.com/2012/10/>
Martinez, Lili. "Final Senior Art Show Elicits Great Emotional Response." Kenyon Collegian. (2011): n. page. <http://www.kenyoncollegian.com/arts/final-senior-art-show-elicits-great-emotional-response-1.2185573>.
"Art majors offer their Senior Exercise shows." Fortnightly . Kenyon College News Room, 21 Mar. 2011. <http://stage.kenyon.edu/x57116.xml>.
“Art majors host open studio evening.” Fortnightly. Kenyon College News Room, 29 Nov. 2010. <http://stage.kenyon.edu/x53468.xml>
“Installation Inspiration.” Fortnightly. Kenyon College News Room. Sep. 2010.
<http://stage.kenyon.edu/x52387.xml>.
"Installation Art 2010." Art Galleries. Kenyon College News Room, 2010. <http://galleries.kenyon.edu/templates/index.phtml?group=art&gallery=InstallationArt2010¤timg=1>.
RELATED SKILL SETS
· Wood working
· Metal working
· CNC machine
· Laser Cutter/Engraving Machine
· Sewing
· MIG welding
· Flame working
· Glass Blowing
· Weaving
· Spinning
· Photoshop
· Aluminum Casting
· Soldering
· Stained Glass
www.kathleenelyse.com
kathleenelyseart@gmail.com
Telephone: 614-589-0440
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts in Sculpture, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, 2014
(studied with Duane McDiarmid, Marilyn Poeppelmeyer, John Sabraw)
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts, Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio, 2011
(studied with Barry Gunderson, Claudia Esslinger, Marcella Hackbardt)
AWARDS AND HONORS
• Graduation Tuition Wavier, Ohio University, 2011-2013
· Best in Show, “Mixing It Up”, High Road Gallery, Ohio, 2011
o Juried by Jamie Goldstein of the Greater Columbus Arts Council, GCAC
OTHER AWARDS AND HONORS
· Burton D. Morgan Entrepreneurship Award, 2009
· North Coast Atlantic Conference All Conference Award,
o Women’s Basketball, First Team, 2009-2010 Season
· All Tournament Team, Brandeis College Holiday Tournament 2009
· North Coast Atlantic Conference All Conference Award,
o Women’s Basketball, Second Team, 2008-2009 Season[1]
· All Tournament Team, Holiday Inn Meadowlands Women’s Basketball Classic
o Washington & Jefferson, 2008
· North Coast Atlantic Conference Player of the Week, January 4th, 2008
· AGONIS Student Athlete Award, 2006-07
· Columbus Dispatch Scholar-Athlete Award, 2007
TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Instructor-of-Record)
Introduction to Sculpture, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Spring, 2014
Introduces fundamental techniques and issues in three-dimensional art with emphasis on creative expression, design, and craftsmanship. Designed for the non-art student in the general university seeking an appreciation and heightened understanding of art and art practices
Introduction to Sculpture, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Fall, 2013
Introduces fundamental techniques and issues in three-dimensional art with emphasis on creative expression, design, and craftsmanship. Designed for the non-art student in the general university seeking an appreciation and heightened understanding of art and art practices
Function, Foundations Area, Ohio University, Summer, 2013
Function explores the physical, metaphorical, and cultural significance of art's function, the relationship of the artist/designer to tools as a vehicle for problem solving, and the many roles of the artist/designer in society. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Teaching Assistant)
Structure, Ohio University, 2009 (assisted Jason “Tanner” Young), Spring 2013
Structure explores structure as it can be applied to physical, organizational, conceptual, spatial, contextual, and fixed as well as plastic approaches in the consideration of and making of art and design. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
Function, Ohio University, 2009 (assisted Courtney Kessel), 2012
Function explores the physical, metaphorical, and cultural significance of art's function, the relationship of the artist/designer to tools as a vehicle for problem solving, and the many roles of the artist/designer in society. This is a cross-disciplinary studio art foundations course emphasizing how similar concerns and principles can be applied to a variety of forms, materials, and traditions.
RELATED EXPERIENCES
Community Arts and Engagement Coordinator, Open Door Art Studio, 2019-Present
Art Coordinator, Creative Foundations, 2018-2019·
Woodshop/Metal Shop Monitor, Ohio University, 2011-2014
· Photographer/ Photo Editor/ Entrepreneur 2006-2011: Owner of a small photography studio called Sky Studios, performed senior pictures, weddings, family portraits, and any freelance jobs.
· Intern, Columbus Idea Foundry, Columbus, Ohio, Summer, 2011
Memberships
Columbus Idea Foundry
ROY G BIV
College Art Association
Ohio Art League
EXHIBITIONS
Alumnae 50 Years Women at Kenyon, Horvitz Hall, Gambier, Ohio, 2019
This Inspired That, Open Door Art Studio, Columbus, Ohio, 2019
Spectroscopy, Columbus Mini Maker Faire at COSI, Columbus, Ohio, 2012
- Spectroscopy, The Ridges, Athens, Ohio, 2012
- Merges and Dissolves, Seigfred Gallery, Athens, Ohio, 2012
- Ohio University/Sculpture + Expanded Practice, Ester Allen Greer Museum, Rio Grande, Ohio, 2012
- Fledgling Theory, Trisolini Gallery, Athens, Ohio, 2012
- Cynosure, Olin Art Gallery, Gambier, Ohio, 2011
- Creative Evolution, Sky Lab Gallery, Columbus, Ohio, 2011
- Mixing It Up, High Road Gallery, Columbus, Ohio, 2011
- Mini Maker Faire/Powertool Drag Race, Columbus Idea Foundry, Columbus, Ohio, 2011
- Grand Opening, Columbus Idea Foundry, Columbus, Ohio, 2011
- Installation Art Show, The Gazebo, Gambier, Ohio, 2010
- Public Art Around Campus, Kenyon College Academic Building Bathroom Doors, Gambier, Ohio, 2010
- Functional Art, Olin Atrium, Gambier, Ohio, 2010
- Prints, Middle Ground, Gambier, Ohio, 2010
- Prints, Kenyon College Bookstore, Gambier, Ohio, 2010
- Pride Art Show 2009, Stonewall Columbus, Columbus, Ohio, 2009
- Chemical Reaction, Horn Gallery, Gambier, Ohio, 2008
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Claudia Esslinger and Marcella Hackbardt, "A Celebration of 50 Years of Women Artists at Kenyon College." Print, August 2019
Mavros, Ashleigh. “Second Year Graduate Student Art Exhibit Reflects Journey Together.” Ohio U Fine Arts 29 Oct. 2012. <https://artsforohio.wordpress.com/2012/10/>
Martinez, Lili. "Final Senior Art Show Elicits Great Emotional Response." Kenyon Collegian. (2011): n. page. <http://www.kenyoncollegian.com/arts/final-senior-art-show-elicits-great-emotional-response-1.2185573>.
"Art majors offer their Senior Exercise shows." Fortnightly . Kenyon College News Room, 21 Mar. 2011. <http://stage.kenyon.edu/x57116.xml>.
“Art majors host open studio evening.” Fortnightly. Kenyon College News Room, 29 Nov. 2010. <http://stage.kenyon.edu/x53468.xml>
“Installation Inspiration.” Fortnightly. Kenyon College News Room. Sep. 2010.
<http://stage.kenyon.edu/x52387.xml>.
"Installation Art 2010." Art Galleries. Kenyon College News Room, 2010. <http://galleries.kenyon.edu/templates/index.phtml?group=art&gallery=InstallationArt2010¤timg=1>.
RELATED SKILL SETS
· Wood working
· Metal working
· CNC machine
· Laser Cutter/Engraving Machine
· Sewing
· MIG welding
· Flame working
· Glass Blowing
· Weaving
· Spinning
· Photoshop
· Aluminum Casting
· Soldering
· Stained Glass
