Curriculum vitae
Joanna Gwen . KM
12 May 1996
Singapore
A visionary who loves storytelling and literature. Gwen is passionate in the process of turning her ideas into art, as forms of dialogue, bridging them to the audience. With attempts of connecting the intangible with reality, she creates pieces reflecting introspective views of the milieu.
Education
2018 – Present
Bachelors in Fine Arts (Art, Design & Media)
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
2015 - 2018
Diploma in Fine Art (Distinction)
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)
2009 - 2014
'N' Levels / 'O' Levels
Greenridge Secondary School
Awards
2017 / 2018
2012
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple Scholarship (Diploma)
" Excellence Award ",
Top in Cohort - English Language
Work & industry experience
2019
Digital Marketing Intern
Storybox Digital Solutions LLP
Assisted team in ad-hoc graphic designing, photography, videography productions and websites. Production of shareable content, campaign strategies and branding.
2018
Part-Time Art Instructor
ARTARY Academy of Children's Art
Teaching basic foundation drawing and painting to children, aged 6 - 14
May - July 2017
Workshop Intern
Singapore Tyler Print Institute (STPI)
Assisted workshop team in creating and developing artworks,
Installation and taking down of works
Assisted in conducting children's "Paper-making" workshop
Projects & Collaborations
2019
Facade Design & Creation – SRA 2019
DBS Bank Singapore​
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In a team of 3, designed the exterior of a wall installation according to specifications provided by the DBS Marketing Team.
2018
Project "Ten Kites"
Community Arts and Culture Club (CCC)
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A collaboration engaging the residents in the art-making of a large hand-sewn kite, in reflection of the community.
Sept 2017
Facade Design and Painting
Universal Studios Singapore, Halloween Horror Nights 7
With instructions from the creative director, worked with a group of five other students to design and paint the exterior wall's mural and graffiti.
Apr - May 2017
Artist Assistant - Tran Throng Vu
National Gallery Singapore, Children's Biennale
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Assisted Artist Tran Throng Vu and a team of other volunteers to create the installation "Sonnet in Blue."
Mar 2017
Commisioned Work for Mr Tan Chuan-Jin
Minister for Social & Family Development
As per request, created a Decorative Tile (Sculpture) as a token of appreciation.
Feb - Mar 2017
" Project Heartland Sketches I " - Banner Painting
Community Arts & Culture Club (CACC)
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Collaborated with a group of five other students to design and paint a banner of measurements 21 x 5 metres.
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Jan 2017
Watercolour Demonstration, NAFA Open House
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
Requested as a demonstrator for watercolour painting during the open house.
Selected exhibitions
July 2018
" The Grad Expectations "
School of Art & Design, 2018 Graduation Show
Ngee Ann Kong Si Gallery
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
April 2018
" Where is the Line? "
In conjunction with Cheo Chai-Hiang's Artist Residency
On-Air Gallery
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
Feb 2018
Showcase - Opening Ceremony of NAFA Tower Block
In conjunction with the launch of NAFA's 80th Anniversary Celebrations and Official Opening of New Tower Block
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
Jan 2018
" Between Skylights "
Open House 2018, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
Aug - Nov 2017
" Savour the Arts "
Season 2, Cycle 1, The Connoisseur Concerto (TCC @ Vivo City), Singapore
Apr 2017
" Work-In-Progress "
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
Jan 2017
" Towards SG100 Carnival 2017 "
Our Tampines Hub, Singapore
Jan - Mar 2017
" Savour the Arts "
Season 1, Cycle 3, The Connoisseur Concerto (TCC @ Vivo City), Singapore