Nina Yum
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Art Instructor with over 1 year of experience teaching classical techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media to diverse age groups. Background includes technical instruction, curriculum development, and studio management in both academic and community settings. Publicly exhibited artist with post-secondary training in classical art and a demonstrated ability to create inclusive, engaging, and safe learning environments. Passionate about connecting art education to museum collections and contemporary cultural discourse.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Classic-Art Instructor
Tattoo People
Toronto, Canada
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Designed and led courses in oil painting, watercolor, charcoal, and sculpture, tailored for adult learners.
- Developed instructional materials integrating traditional techniques with personal creative development.
- Conducted live figure drawing sessions and technique demonstrations.
- Provided individualized feedback and mentored students toward technical and conceptual growth.
- Integrated historical context and discussion of art movements into lessons to enhance understanding of techniques and visual storytelling.
- Encouraged students to analyze and draw inspiration from canonical works, aligning with museum pedagogy.
- Ensured safe, inclusive studio practices while managing supplies and student exhibitions.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to support interdisciplinary arts programming.
Studio Coordinator
Tattoo People
Toronto, Canada
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw studio operations and scheduling, maintaining excellent client service.
- Assisted in procurement and inventory management of art materials and supplies.
- Created and formatted professional documents; managed incoming communications.
- Contributed to a welcoming, organized, and artistically inspiring environment.
Art Workshop Leader
Busan Heerakwon (부산 희락원)
Busan, South Korea
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered engaging drawing workshops for children in a care facility setting.
- Created age-appropriate lesson plans emphasizing technique, creativity, and self-expression.
- Introduced diverse drawing mediums and organized student art showcases.
- Ensured student safety and managed a clean, well-equipped classroom.
Education
Diploma - Painting & Drawing
The Florence Academy of Art
Florence, Italy06-2022
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts
North York, ON07-2018
Skills
- Technical proficiency in oil painting
- Drawing
- Sculpture
- Mixed media
- Knowledge of Western art history
- Visual culture
- Curriculum design
- Teaching adult learners
- Diverse skill levels
- Curatorial approach
- Live demonstrations
- Critique-based instruction
- Class facilitation
- Communication
- Mentoring
- Collaborative abilities
- Studio safety
- Materials management
Timeline
Technical Classic-Art Instructor
Tattoo People
04.2023 - 08.2024
Studio Coordinator
Tattoo People
04.2023 - 08.2024
Art Workshop Leader
Busan Heerakwon (부산 희락원)
08.2022 - 12.2022
Diploma - Painting & Drawing
The Florence Academy of Art
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts
Similar Profiles
Louise SterlingLouise Sterling
Operations and Marketing Manager at Beloved Studios Tattoo and Tattoo RemovalOperations and Marketing Manager at Beloved Studios Tattoo and Tattoo Removal
Samantha PetersenSamantha Petersen
Tattoo Apprentice /Tattoo Artist at Broadway Tattoo Lounge / Northbound TattooTattoo Apprentice /Tattoo Artist at Broadway Tattoo Lounge / Northbound Tattoo
Edward J HillEdward J Hill
Tattoo Artist at Tattoo House Studios, Lover Boys, Atomic TattooTattoo Artist at Tattoo House Studios, Lover Boys, Atomic Tattoo
Jenny Cheng LYUJenny Cheng LYU
Salad Prep Cook (Cold Station) at Cafe on the SquareSalad Prep Cook (Cold Station) at Cafe on the Square
Venkat MuruganVenkat Murugan
Associate Director, Murex Business Specialist at RBC Capital MarketsAssociate Director, Murex Business Specialist at RBC Capital Markets