ABOUT
MA Art Gallery & Museum Studies, University of Manchester, UK, 2012
BAH History & Art History, Queen's University, Canada, 2010
I am passionate about building connections and enriching lives through cultural engagement. I have been working in museums and galleries since 2007, developing and administrating creative programs for schools, community groups and audiences of all ages including adults living with dementia.
With a strong background in both curatorial and community engagement, I enjoy working collaboratively to create innovative exhibitions and community focused programs.
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In 2024 I launched Creative Confidence, offering embroidery kits and workshops that inspire people to get creative, connect with others, and feel good.
Education
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, Manchester, United Kingdom
Master of Arts, Art Gallery & Museum Studies (2011 - 2012)
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QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY, Kingston, Canada
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), History & Art History (2006 - 2010)
Exchange Semester at UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW, Glasgow, United Kingdom (January - May 2009)
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ETOBICOKE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Secondary School Diploma, Fine Arts Major (2002 - 2006)
Work History
FOUNDER
Creative Confidence, Ayr, Ontario
January 2024 - Present
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PUBLIC PROGRAMS MANAGER
Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery, Waterloo Ontario
March 2021 - January 2024
CURATORIAL PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT
Township of Minden Hills, Minden Hills Cultural Centre, Minden, Ontario
July 2019 - February 2021
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EDUCATION OFFICER, FRENCH LANGUAGE
Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto Ontario
February 2019 - July 2019
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LEARNING & ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
Lakeland Arts, Kendal, United Kingdom. Worked across Abbot Hall Art Gallery, The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry and Blackwell The Arts & Crafts House
January 2015 to December 2018
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MUSEUM ASSISTANT
City of Calgary, Firefighters Museum of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
November 2013 - December 2014
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MUSEUM COORDINATOR (part time)
Beiseker Station Museum, Beiseker, Canada
June 2013 - June 2014​
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INFORMATION AND EDUCATION OFFICER
Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Toronto, Canada
May 2010 - August 2011
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HISTORIC INTERPRETER
Bellevue House National Historic Site, Parks Canada, Kingston, Canada
May 2007 - October 2007; May 2008 - October 2008
Volunteer
Experience
GUEST CURATOR
Archives & Museum, Cathedral Church of St James'; Toronto, Canada
January 2013 - May 2013
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MASTERS INTERNSHIP
Harris Museum & Art Gallery; Preston, United Kingdom
January 2012 - September 2012
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BITE SIZED TOURS FACILITATOR
We Face Forward exhibition, Manchester Art Galleries; Manchester, United Kingdom
June 2012 - August 2012
