Don’t postpone joy until you’ve learned all your lessons. Joy is your lesson.
Alan Cohen
Summary
Cooperative, energetic and detail-oriented professional artist with experience managing the creation and installation of artistic projects with superior customer service.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Artist
Annette Sicotte Artwork
10.2003 - Current
Create and manage art projects, from conception to completion working directly with business owners and gallery owners, contractors, home owners, and interior designers.
Connect with individuals and groups to clarify concepts and desired outcomes on artistic projects.
Estimate cost and timeframe for creative projects and deliver at levels above and beyond expectations.
Bring ideas to life through visual media.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Decorative Artist/President
Patina Decorative Finishes
01.1995 - 10.2003
Carried out all aspects of operating a small business including managing contractors.
Created beautiful wall finishes through physically demanding and specialized techniques.
Effectively communicated with clients, designers and contractors estimating project costs, and material choices for each project.
Inventory Manager and Visual Merchandiser
Chintz & Company
05.1993 - 12.1995
Carried out all shipping and receiving duties and managed inventory data and documents.
Curated layout of showroom and created dynamic visual displays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clothing And Textiles Studies
University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
1993
Recipient of Helen Moseson Scholarship for Academic Achievement
Relevant Coursework Focus: Art History, Historic Costume & Textiles including archival best practices
Completed workshops in encaustic painting, decorative plaster, photo transfer, metal leaf, and historic fresco
Skills
Excellent interpersonal communication
Proficient in creating, handling, cleaning, repairing and installing various artworks
Experienced with adjudicating public art projects
Passionate about creating connections between communities and their artists
Knowledgeable about many diverse mediums in contemporary and historic art