HOGEMAN
Megan hogeman
Pyrographer & resin artist
OBJECTIVE
Art & design
Passionate artist, eager to practice full use of my skills and knowledge. My aim is to find a challenging job position in the Visual Arts field & perform at my highest level. My goal is to expand & adapt to all new responsibilities & exciting opportunities.
Dedicated freelance & freehand artist specializing in custom pyrography, acrylic painting and epoxy resin creations. I am a lover of all things creative & can be found at many regional artisan fairs helping to support all local makers & crafters. You may have seen me at:
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-Harrisburg Artsfest
-Merry Midtown Arts Festival
-Annual Summer's End Artisan Market
-Annual Christkindlmarkt in Linglestown, Pa
-Fort Hunter Mansion Seasonal Artisan Shows
-Current Featured Artist - Vault + Vine
-Current Featured Artist - The Dover Antique Mall
-Current Featured Artist - The Magic is in You
-Current Featured Artist - Mud Queen Pottery
-Content Creator & Blog Writer for Art 'N Glow Resin
-Etsy Shop Owner - Miss Meggie Art
SKILLS
-Proficient in multi-platform social media influencing.
-Skilled in the logistics and organization of coordinating multiple shared calendars to successfully manage & operate a small business.
-Freelance Teacher & Tutor for Children & Adults for multiple skillsets including but, not limited to:
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*Paint Pouring for Kids
*Canvas Creations for Kids
*Acrylic Cell Creation for Adults
*Epoxy Resin & Pigments for Adults
*Woodburning 101 for Adults
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epoxy resin experience
ORIGINAL DESIGN MAKER 1/2017 - CURRENT
-Proficient in Alcohol Ink, Mica/Glow Powders & Acrylic Paint blending
-Silicone Mold, Floral & Embellishment Casting of all scales
-Perfected doming, sanding, edging & all finishing techniques
-Teach paid courses on Epoxy Resin & making Artwork
-3D depth layering and casting of numerous original designs
-Proud Owner of an ever evolving Resin & Wood Burning Etsy Shop
pyrography experience
ORIGINAL DESIGN MAKER 1/2015 - CURRENT
-Commissioned Pyrography, Original & Hand-drawn Designs
-Razertip SS D-10 Wire-nib temperature control wood burning pen & tips
-Skillful measuring, scaling, planing, cutting & finishing of all projects
-Pyrography Design of all scales & species of wood
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managing experience
ENGLEWOOD BARN & BREWERY - MANAGER/BARTENDER 5/2020 - 11/2020
-Managed & provided bartending services for restaurant guests & parties
-Provided training for all new staff members according to all company policies
-Produced sales & accounting reports for record reconciliation and handled daily cash & check deposits
-Maintained high standards for all company policies, food safety & Pennsylvania Liquor Laws
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WOO DE LA KITCHEN CATERING - CATERING MANAGER 7/2017 - 9/2019
-Responsible for all catering & event booking & coordination
-Managed all necessary staffing & event logistics
-Scheduled & coordinated all festival & community events
-Organized new & innovative events & community activities to build brand awareness & to generate new business
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MCGRATHS PUB & RESTAURANT - MANAGER/BARTENDER 9/2004 - 7/2017
-Managed & provided bartending services for restaurant guests & parties
-Provided training for all new staff members according to all company policies
-Produced sales & accounting reports for record reconciliation and handled daily cash & check deposits
-Maintained high standards for all company policies, food safety & Pennsylvania Liquor Laws
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MEGAN ASHMAN ART GALLERY - GALLERY MANAGER 1/2021 - 4/2021
-Managed all websites & social media platforms
-A Featured Artist at the Gallery Storefront
-Coordinated the Gallery room layout/wall Art placement
-Worked with local Art School students & interns on how to manage/operate a successful Art Gallery
-Organized & created an in-house workshop/classroom
-Set-up accounts & built relationships with local magazines, neighboring Art Galleries & online Lancaster City websites