PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Part-Time Faculty January 2022 - Present Otis College Of Art and Design
Art Instructor for youth camps and classes: Invented Environments, Animating Worlds in 4D (Stop-Motion Animation), Adventures in Drawing and Painting
Design and implement age-appropriate art curriculum for students in different age groups, incorporating elements of art history, various mediums, and contemporary techniques
Conduct individual and group critiques, providing constructive feedback to nurture students' artistic growth and technical skills
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, emphasizing respect for diverse perspectives and individual creativity
Culver City High School Student Art Teacher September 2023 - Present
Assist lead teacher in developing and implementing art lessons for 9-12 grade students, focusing on fundamental art elements and creative expression with 2D art
Conduct lessons on color theory and techniques for drawing and painting
Assist in instructing and coordinating art-related extracurricular activities, such as the after-school Academy for Visual and Performing Arts
Culver City High School Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher January 2023 – July 2023
Designed and facilitated Art curriculum for 9-12 grade students, covering various mediums, including painting, drawing, calligraphy, and illustration
AP Art instruction and portfolio development
Provided personalized instruction and guidance to students, tailoring lessons to their skill level and interests, resulting in increased confidence and artistic proficiency
Leader and Instructor for the after-school Academy of Visual and Performing Arts
Art InstructorArt Supply Warehouse, Catalyst January 2019 – Present Destination Art of the South Bay June 2017 - Present LA County Parks and Recreation June 2020 Palos Verdes Art Center January 2015 - January 2017
Designed and facilitated traditional and experimental water-media workshops for diverse age groups, ranging from children to adults.
Provided personalized instruction and guidance to students, tailoring lessons to their skill level and interests, resulting in increased confidence and artistic proficiency.
EDUCATION
Pepperdine University Master of Arts in Teaching July 2024
Columbia College Chicago Bachelor of Arts in Film/Video July 2005
Pepperdine University California Teaching Credential in Art Education in Progress July 2024 California CTE Credential in Preliminary Stage
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, Dominguez Hills Grant Writing Certification January 2022
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS National Watercolor Society Signature Member SanPedro Waterfront Arts District Secretary
ARTIST BIO AND CV
Louisa studied fine art at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and graduated from Columbia College with a degree in Cinematography in 2005. After a short stint in the film industry, Louisa decided to return to her roots as a painter. She first began showing her work with a gallery in Downtown Los Angeles, Galleria Mijiares. Soon she discovered the Watercolor Societies and began exhibiting and winning awards in their juried exhibitions. In 2016, Louisa became a Signature member of the National Watercolor Society. She has won international recognition, and her work is in several private collections around the world. Exhibitions: Galleria Mijares- LA Downtown Art Walk, Los Angeles, CA. 2009 Latino Museum of History Art & Culture, Los Angeles, CA. 2011 MOLAA- Women’s Day Virtual Display, Long Beach, CA. 2012 South Bay Watercolor Society, San Pedro, CA. 2012-2018 CA 101 Show, Redondo Beach, CA. 2013-2015 Beverly Hills Art Show, Beverly Hills, CA. 2014 National Watercolor Society, 96th International Exhibition, San Pedro, CA. 2016 Muckenthaler, NWS Figure and Portrait Exhibition, Fullerton, CA. 2017 National Watercolor Society, 2018 Members Exhibition, San Pedro. CA .2018 South Bay Festival of the Arts, Torrance. CA. 2018 Oceanside Museum, California Past to Present, Malibu. CA. 2018-2019 National Watercolor Society, 2020 Members Exhibition, San Pedro, CA. 2020 The Hilbert Museum of California Art, The First 100 Years, Orange, CA. 2020 Women In Watercolor, 2nd International Exhibition. 2021 Muckenthaler, Are You Thinking What I'm Thinking, Fullerton, CA. 2023 National Watercolor Society Member Exhibition, San Pedro, CA. 2023 Publications: “The Art of Watercolour Magazine” issue 34 Awards: 3rd Place, SCBWI- Annual Scholarship Competition, 2012 Best of Show, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2012 (Juror Kathy Zimmerer-Mckelvie) 3rd Place, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2013 (Juror Frank Eber) Honorable Mention, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2014 (Juror Catherine Tirr) Henry Fukuhara Memorial Award, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2015 (Juror Jim Wisnowski) Artist Member, California Art Club, 2016 Signature Member, National Watercolor Society, 2016 Materials Award, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2018 (Juror Joe Cibere) Bronze Award, South Bay Festival of the Arts, 2018 Best of Show, South Bay Festival of the Arts, 2019 Materials Award, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2020 Honorable Mention Award, Women In Watercolor International Juried Exhibition, 2021 Honorable Mention Award, SBWS Annual Juried Show, 2021