Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Camps & Seminars
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Displays
Membership
Artist Residencies
Languages
Work Preference
Timeline
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Yakruti Patel

Murfreesboro

Summary

Detail-oriented Gallery Associate specializing in exhibition curation and management. Enhanced visitor engagement through effective visual arts curation. Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite to drive creative projects. Coordinated events and workshops, significantly improving database accuracy and ensuring client satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gallery Associate

Church Street Art Gallery
MURFREESBORO
12.2023 - 12.2025
  • Curated and organized art exhibitions showcasing diverse artists.
  • Managed inventory of art supplies for efficient gallery operations.
  • Coordinated schedules with local artists for workshops and community events.
  • Communicated with clients regarding available artwork that matched style and budget.
  • Educated visitors on exhibit features to enrich the gallery experience.

OPERATION SUPERVISOR

Lighthouse immersive art space
Nashville
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Managed staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage and support.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets to ensure efficiency.
  • Supported the operations manager in planning events for 120 staff on weekends, enhancing team coordination.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the immersive art space.

LEAD DOCENT

Lighthouse Immersive Art Space
Nashville
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Promoted to Lead Docent, overseeing educational programs for the Nashville location.
  • Guided visitors through immersive art exhibits, enhancing their understanding and enjoyment.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout the area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest
  • Kept detailed records of artifacts and exhibits and updated online databases 60%.

STUDIO INTERN

Private Island Studio
Los Angeles
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Coordinated schedules and managed logistics for studio bookings and client meetings, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Delivered completed projects to clients while maintaining clear communication.
  • Supported studio setup and organized equipment to facilitate project execution.
  • Maintained organized workspaces for guests and staff, contributing to a professional environment.

Visual Artist

Sadguru Art Foundation
Vadodara
05.2010 - 09.2017
  • Created original artwork for community exhibitions and public installations.
  • Generated original ideas and inspiration that enhanced creative processes across multiple projects.
  • Presented curated portfolios that highlighted styles and abilities, effectively attracting potential customers.
  • Consulted with clients to define commission ideas and style preferences, aligning projects with client vision.
  • Managed art supply inventory and ordered materials.

Education

Master of Science - Visual Arts

Belmont University
Nashville
06-2027

Bachelor of Science - Audio Production

The Los Angeles Recording School
Los Angeles, California
11-2021

CERTIFICATE - Bady Casting

City Lit College
Harrow, United Kingdom
01-2011

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - Sculpture

I. S College of Fine Arts
Vallabh Vidyanagar
06-2010

Skills

  • Exhibition management
  • Exhibition curation
  • Visual arts curation
  • Gallery setup
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photo editing
  • Social media management
  • Microsoft office
  • Time management
  • Art direction

Additional Information

GROUP & SOLO SHOWS

  • 2026 Group show of painting at K.C.Potter Centre, Nashville, TN- USA.
  • 2026 Group show of painting at Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN- USA.
  • 2025 Group show of painting at Church Street Art Gallery, Murfreesboro, TN- USA.
  • 2025 Group show of Mural at Walnut House, Murfreesboro, TN- USA
  • 2024 Group show of painting at MTSU, Todd Art Gallery, Murfreesboro, TN- USA
  • 2024 Solo show of painting at Centre for the Arts Art Gallery, Murfreesboro, TN- USA
  • 2023 Group show of painting at Church Street Art Gallery, Murfreesboro, TN- USA.
  • 2023 Group show of painting at Centre for the Arts Art Gallery, Murfreesboro, TN- USA.
  • 2023 Group show of painting exhibition at 615 Chutney Art Gallery, Nashville, TN- USA.
  • 2022 Solo show of painting exhibition at Lighthouse Immersive Art Space, Nashville, TN -USA.
  • 2021 Participated in a painting exhibition at Blue Line Art Gallery, Roseville, CA -USA.
  • 2020 Group show of Painting & Sculpture 7th international exhibition, Jammu-Kashmir.
  • 2018 Solo show of painting exhibition at the Academy of Fine Arts, Chicago, IL - USA.
  • 2017 Group painting exhibition at Ceramic Art Gallery, Chicago, IL - USA.
  • 2014 Solo show of Painting at Ray’s Atelier gallery, Goa.
  • 2013 Group show of Sculptures and paintings of women artists by JSAF, Ahmadabad.
  • 2013 Solo show of Painting at Ravishankar Raval Art Gallery, Ahmadabad.
  • 2011 Solo show of Paintings & Sculptures at Karnavati Art Gallery, Ahmedabad.
  • 2011 Solo show of Paintings & Sculptures at Ravishankar Raval Art Gallery, Ahmadabad.
  • 2011 Solo show of paintings and sculptures at Kayal Art Gallery, Udaipur.
  • 2010 Solo show of Painting at Gayton rt Gallery - Harrow, U.K.
  • 2010 Solo show of sculptures & drawings at I.S. College of Fine Arts, INDIA.
  • 2009 Group show of Sculptures at I.S. College of Fine Arts, INDIA
  • 2009 Group show of Painting, Ujjain.
  • 2009 Group show of Paintings & Drawings at I.S. College of Fine Arts, INDIA.
  • 2009 Group show of Paintings, New Delhi.
  • 2008 Group show of Painting, Murals & Sculptures at Lokayata Art Gallery, New Delhi.
  • 2008 Group show of Painting, Murals & Sculptures at Wealdstone Art Gallery, U.K
  • 2006 Group show of Painting, Mural & Sculptures at Rotary Art Gallery, Surat
  • 2005 Group of Paintings at Well Com Group Art Gallery, Vadodara.
  • 2005 Group show of Painting, Mural & Sculptures at Rotary Art Gallery, Baroda.
  • 2005 Group show of Painting & Graphic Prints at Well-Com Group Art Gallery, Vadodara.
  • 2004 Group show of Painting at Rotary Art Gallery, Surat.
  • 2003 Solo show of Graphic Prints at Rotary Art Gallery, Surat.
  • 2002 Solo show of Painting at Rotary Art Gallery, Surat.

Camps & Seminars

  • Megh Art Event by Gujarat Kala Paristhan, Surat -2011.
  • Terracotta Workshop by Gujarat State Lalit Kala Academy, Ahmadabad -2011.
  • All India Artist Camp at Manav Sanket Academy, Ujjain -2008.
  • All India & International Artist Camp at Kalavrat Nya’s - Ujjain -2008.

Certification

  • Dante Certification Level 1
  • Certificate in Graphic Art

Affiliations

Volunteer for the Secretary post at Rutherford Art Alliance for 2 years, Murfreesboro, TN

Accomplishments

Best Student Award for Diploma in Sculpture by Gyan Gangotri, India- 2010.

Displays

  • Wall Painting at Pravin Patel’s house, California-USA
  • Painting at Prakash Patel’s house, California-USA
  • Painting at Janessa's house, Murfreesboro, TN-USA
  • Painting at Steven's house, Nashville, TN, USA
  • Paintings & Sculptures at Speedwell Company, Ahmedabad.
  • Paintings for N.T. Desai (Interior Designer) Surat.
  • Dr. Yogesh Desai - Surat. Vidhya Bharti School - Surat.
  • Bakeri Groups of Industries, Ahmedabad.

Membership

  • Member Since 2021 At American Alliance of Museums - USA
  • First Art Museum - USA
  • Member Since 2022 At Tennessee Art League - USA

Artist Residencies

Residency at Lighthouse Immersive Art Space, Nashville, TN -2022

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Gujarati
Native
Native
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeGig WorkContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote

Salary Range

₹45000/yr - ₹200000/yr

Timeline

Gallery Associate

Church Street Art Gallery
12.2023 - 12.2025

OPERATION SUPERVISOR

Lighthouse immersive art space
05.2023 - 08.2023

LEAD DOCENT

Lighthouse Immersive Art Space
10.2022 - 05.2023

STUDIO INTERN

Private Island Studio
11.2021 - 03.2022

Visual Artist

Sadguru Art Foundation
05.2010 - 09.2017

Master of Science - Visual Arts

Belmont University

Bachelor of Science - Audio Production

The Los Angeles Recording School

CERTIFICATE - Bady Casting

City Lit College

BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS - Sculpture

I. S College of Fine Arts
Yakruti Patel