Emily Coleman, Artist/Designer/Illustrator in Philadelphia, PA

About

I'm an artist, designer and craftsperson interested in making through diverse contexts, formats and practices. I am continauley working on freelance projects weather it be designs for logos, illustrations for textile, or creating and selling home goods. I currently work as a sewing teacher and program director of an after school program in Philadelphia. I studied printmaking and illustration in college and continue to show my personal work in galleries. I am extremely committed to building creative platforms that showcase all of my learned techniques and concepts while facilitating positive social, political, and environmental conservation.

Education

BFA Printmaking

Maryland Institute College of Art Studio Art Centers International

2012

Experience

PROGRAM DIRECTOR, BUTCHER'S SEW SHOP

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Instructing a diverse student population. Designing, implementing and managing curriculum. Designing projects and corresponding lesson plans for varying ages that teach fundamental sewing techniques for first-time sewers as well as advanced students. Providing a safe and orderly working environment for teachers and students Managing calendar, supplies and inventory and training new instructors.
MEMBER OF BYO PRINT

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Present

Cultivating an interest in the process among the members as well as teach them about the process. Staying apprised to the newest and safest printing techniques in lithography. Maintaining studio and supplies.
COLOR AND CLOTH

FREELANCE UPHOLSTERER

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Create upholstery projects to customer specifications. Ensure furniture is finished to industry standards. Have projects finished by their deadline.
COLOR WHEELS LEAD ARTIST

FLEISHER ART MEMORIAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Creating and teaching small art projects at public functions and outdoor markets to meaningfully engage the public. Coordinating and traveling to on-site locations with supply van, setting up and breaking down tents and workstations, managing supplies. Working with large groups of people to make fun, obtainable projects and teach new skills.

Industries

Skills

Elsewhere on the Web

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On Coroflot

@emilycoleman, member since 2018

Emily Coleman

Letter and Script Engraver (Banknote) Apprentice

Intern, Industrial Design