Lisa Free
Toronto,ON
Summary
- Professional Artist with a keen eye for detail, color and composition. A 15 year track record of bringing oil paintings to life through originality and innovative ideas. Creates compelling, inspiring and engaging art.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Artist
Self Employed
01.2009 - Current
- Created custom paintings using fine oils and acrylic on high quality canvas.
- Created original art for variety of exhibitions and shows.
- Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Created visually appealing marketing materials for promotional events to attract potential buyers.
- Developed a strong online presence, increasing exposure and boosting sales of original artworks.
Art Instructor
St Lawrence College Brockville Campus
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Initiated painting skills including color mixing, composition, and specialized brushwork.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Wardrobe Attendant
IATSE Local 822
09.1985 - 06.1997
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members in multiple Mirvish Productions from 1990-1997
- Wardrobe Assistant- Crazy for You - December 1, 1993- December 31, 1995
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brockville Collegiate Institute
Brockville, ON06.1984
Skills
- Canvas Painting
- Highly skilled color matching
- Highly skilled brushwork
- Texture and Fabric painting
- Composition
- Oil painting
- Acrylic painting
- Abstract Painting
- Attention to fine detail
- Originality and Creativity
Accomplishments
- Featured Article in Arabella Art , Architecture and Design Magazine - 2016
- Featured Article in Blank Spaces magazine-2020
- Featured Articles in Canadian House and Home Magazine
- Art showcased on Canadian House and Home Television
- Selected artist for Toronto Artist Project -2013, 2014, 2019, 2022
- Representation by respected art galleries in Canada
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Art Instructor
St Lawrence College Brockville Campus
01.2018 - 12.2019
Professional Artist
Self Employed
01.2009 - Current
Wardrobe Attendant
IATSE Local 822
09.1985 - 06.1997
High School Diploma -
Brockville Collegiate Institute
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