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MINDY TIBERI, M.Ed.

www.MindyTiberiArt.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-tiberi-m-ed-61468820/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I’m a passionate visual artist, art consultant, curator, writer, administrator and marketer, committed to serving diverse populations with welcoming and engaging art dialogs and experiences. I’m a strategic thinker, skilled at building relationships and reviewing exhibitions to inspire interest and imagination. It a joy to be of service in the arts to educate and motivate the expansion of art appreciation, growth and acquisition. I love sparking excitement in others through access to new art experiences, encouraging creative expression, imagination, inclusion and connection by creating and exhibiting work that inspires and uplifts the viewer. I’m an advocate for artists, providing administrative support and resources through collaboration to expand their vision and audience. My great joy is to raise awareness, drive excellence and serve in an art-filled environment that empowers diverse populations to learn, grow and reach their highest creative aspirations.

ARTIST EXHIBITIONS

Ayurveda Alchemy (2-person exhibit), Evanston, IL, May - November, 2021
Pandemic Art Show (2-person exhibit), Euro Echo Cafe Gallery, Skokie, IL October, 2020
Imagine...Peace, Love and Understanding, Stola Gallery, Chicago, IL October, 2020
In View: Member & Faculty Show, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL January, 2020
Ritual & Spirituality, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL November-December, 2019
Three Chords and the Truth, (Collaborative painting with Michael Birnbaum) Euro Echo Cafe, Skokie, IL October, 2019
Microcosmic, City Hall, Highland Park, IL June, 2019
Enlighten, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL April-June, 2019
In View: Member & Faculty Show, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL January, 2019
Voices and Visions, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL August – October, 2018
Musicality, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL June-August, 2018
Eco-Art, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL May-June, 2018
Two Artists/Two Visions/One Light (2-person exhibit), Zhou B Art Center, Chicago, IL November-December, 2017
Faculty Exhibition, Suburban Fine Arts Center, Highland Park, IL January, 2006
Labax Foundation Murals, Illinois State Gallery, Springfield, IL August, 2002
Labax Foundation Murals, Thompson Building, Chicago, IL June, 2002
Paintings, Drawings and Prints (2-person exhibit), Intermission Gallery, Evanston, IL October, 1998
Student Exhibition, Unity Gallery, MIU Campus, Fairfield, IA May, 1981
Student Exhibition, KCAI Campus Gallery, Kansas City, MO March, 1978

CURATED EXHIBITIONS

Ayurveda Alchemy (2-person exhibit), Evanston, IL, May - November, 2021
Pandemic Art Show (2-person exhibit), Euro Echo Cafe Gallery, Skokie, IL October, 2020
Three Chords and the Truth, Euro Echo Cafe, (Co-curated with Michael Birnbaum) Skokie, IL October, 2019
Express Your Selfie, Interactive Self-Portrait Installation, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL March, 2019
Two Artists/Two Visions/One Light, Zhou B Art Center, Chicago, IL November-December, 2017
Multi-Media Originals, Flourish Studios Gallery, (Co-curated with Jenny Learner) Chicago, IL October, 2016
Pop Art Originals of Peter Max, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, June, 2008
3-D Pop Art of Charles Fazzino, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, May, 2008
Colin Maxwell Parsons: Landscapes, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, March, 2008
Lena Sotskova: Paintings and Limited Editions, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, February, 2008
Alexandra Nechita: Fine Art of a Child Prodigy, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, December, 2007
Grace Slick: Art by Jefferson Airplane Singer, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, September, 2007
Paul Stanley: Art by KISS Front man, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, July, 2007
David Schluss: Sculptor of Paint, Wentworth Gallery, Schaumburg, IL, June, 2007
The 12” x 12” Show, The Art Center Highland Park, Highland Park, IL March, 2007
Paintings, Drawings and Prints, Mary Barnes Gingrich and Mindy Tiberi, Intermission Gallery, Evanston, IL October, 1998

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Artist and Arts Administrator (2020-Present) – Freelance - Niles, Illinois

Providing administrative and marketing support to artists throughout the globe
Creating submission and exhibition proposals
Researching and expanding artists contacts for institutional, museum and gallery exhibitions
Grant writing and press kit assembly
Co-curating exhibits
Creating art

Center Administrator (July 2021-Present) -North Shore / Evanston TM Center - Evanston, Illinois and Remote

Registrar for Transcendental Meditation instruction and retreats
Providing administrative and organizational support
Communications and outreach
Event planning and creation

Director of Education (2017-2020) The Art Center Highland Park (TACHP) - Highland Park, Illinois

Drove excellence in all aspects of TACHP’s art education programming
Designed and filled classes to meet annual enrollment revenue goals.
Managed day-to-day school operations from putting out fires to supporting executive director
Community outreach to diverse populations
Assessed community needs through surveys and data collection to optimize student retention
Conducted faculty and curriculum meetings with the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Scholarship management: distribution, evaluation, review and awards
Provided special event and gallery opening support

Art Teacher (2017-2018) - Insight Fine Art Studio - Skokie, Illinois

Taught children and adult students of all levels, representational drawing and painting
Provided individual instruction in a group setting in various media including charcoal, pastel, watercolor, acrylic and oil paint
Handled student registration

Gallery Director/Art Consultant (2006-2008) - Wentworth Gallery - Schaumburg, Illinois

Successfully managed all facets of gallery operations; curating, marketing, hiring, training, sales, special events, security
Maximized attendance and public awareness of gallery events through smart marketing, social media, and creative public relations resulting in crowds wrapped around the building and sales goals exceeded

Director, Designer, Educator, Owner - Tiberi Graphics, Murals & More - Evanston and Niles, Illinois

Taught painting and drawing at various art schools and venues
Developed curriculum in drawing, painting, art fundamentals and collaborative mural programs for area schools and art centers  
Created and implemented visiting artist program to expand art offerings in area high schools  
Demonstrated skills in multiple media studio work including graphics, illustration, painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture and fiber for curriculum development and implementation  
All aspects of studio and program management duties including administrative, inventory, office organization, budgeting, hiring, team leading, team coordinating, project directing, scheduling, payroll, customer service, reception, marketing, subcontracting, bookkeeping, estimating and design consulting to facilitate procurement and sales transactions  
Solo and collaborative work with area artists on commercial and residential decorative painting and mural installations  
Reviewed and evaluated artist's portfolios and directed / hired freelance artists  
Hands-on art production from concept through installation of paint media on diverse surfaces  
Created and designed graphics for catalogs, brochures and displays for various educational

institutions and business corporations

Art Teacher - The Village Art School and Gallery - Skokie, Illinois

Developed and implemented fine arts curriculum for diverse student populations

Provided individual instruction for students ages 5 to 22 in traditional techniques using charcoal,

pastel, pencil, pen and ink and oil painting from still life and 2 dimensional sources

Art Educator - The Art Center (formerly Suburban Fine Arts Center) - Highland Park, Illinois

Taught youth and adult classes and workshops in multi- media, figure drawing, mural painting, furniture painting, faux finishing, floor cloth design and decorative painting
Developed and implemented fine arts curriculum for multiple age groups and varied populations
Curated gallery shows
Created, developed and implemented marketing plans and distributed marketing materials

Art Educator - Brickton Art Center - Park Ridge, Illinois

Developed curriculum and taught youth and adult workshops and classes in painting, multi-media drawing, pastels and multi-level life drawing

Visiting Art Educator / Mentor - Niles West High School - Skokie, Illinois

Worked directly with core groups of students on design development and mural painting
Educated students on relevant art history
Marketed, promoted and hosted mural installation

Visiting Art Educator / Mentor - New Trier High School - Winnetka, Illinois

Directed and collaborated with core groups of students on research, design and development to produce 1,100 square foot cafeteria mural

Art Educator - Evanston Arts Council, Young Artist Program - Evanston, Illinois

Taught mural painting, design, fundamental drawing and painting exercises to pre-teen and teenage students
Conducted tours of established artist's studios

Art Educator - Northlight Theatre Camp - Skokie, Illinois

Taught and directed scenic backdrop painting to theatre campers ages 7 to 14  
Supervised production and installation for camp shows in professional theatre environment

Art Educator / Muralist - The Cove / Skokie School -   Northbrook, Illinois

Designed and produced three murals for Labax Foundation's touring educational "History of the World" mural project 
Exhibited at the Thompson Center and the Illinois State Fair

Art Instructor - Young Rembrandts – Skokie, Illinois

Taught drawing to K-5 children in after school program based on projects supporting development of spatial reasoning and fine motor skills, order and sequencing abilities, visualization, and self-discipline as well as fundamental art skills
Presented demonstrations and a structured step-by-step process

EDUCATION
Master of Education: Leadership of Educational Organizations American InterContinental University, Schaumburg, Illinois 2015
Bachelor of Arts: Fine Art; The School of Fine Arts at Maharishi International University, Fairfield, Iowa

Kansas City Art Institute: Foundations: Multi Media Studio Art, Kansas City, Missouri

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Open Studio Project – Connecting with the Creative Process

American InterContinental University: Time Management, Critical Thinking and Communications, Academic and Professional Success and Communicating with Impact

Teacher Enrichment Program: Art Encounter, Evanston, Illinois

Illustration, Painting and Drawing: American Academy of Art, Chicago, Illinois

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Focus on the Arts - Highland Park High School

Grant review panelist - Evanston Arts Council's Cultural Fund

Art career mentor - High School District 219

Board President and member - Niles West Theatre Parents

Volunteer Judge - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America - (FCCLA; a national vocational student organization for young men and women in Family and Consumer Sciences education in public and private schools through grade 12.)

Benefit volunteer of annual fund-raising events (1992-2015) - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Member - Chicago Artists' Coalition

PUBLICATIONS

“The Diver and the Pearl,” Meher Baba, Hafiz, Art & Poetry by Marla Faith with Mindy Tiberi, OmPoint Press, 2020
"When Grace Slick Sees White Rabbits," Melanie Sass-Falina, Unrated Magazine.com
"For Toddlers to Teens," Ann Wilson, Chicago Tribune, Home & Garden
"Dream Homes," Steve Kerch, Chicago Tribune Magazine, Home & Garden
" A Day in the Life," Ellen Almer, Niles Life Lerner Newspaper

“Mural engages Niles West teens, honors artist,” Kathy Routliffe, Skokie Review Pioneer Press
Authored multiple articles for university publication, The Pillar

TELEVISION
"30 Minutes with Joyce" Hosted by Joyce Bernstein featuring Mindy Tiberi, Highland Park, Illinois

"Exploring Art" Hosted by Marge Howard featuring Mindy Tiberi, Highland Park, Illinois

FILM
"High Fidelity” Painting by Mindy Tiberi, Wilmette, Illinois