Erin Oliver
Erin Oliver
Art is a lifelong passion!
Erin is an active artist and teacher, working on a new series of paintings and teaching art locally at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, the Carrboro ArtsCenter, and HappyMess in Durham. She holds an Art Education degree from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art, and has been teaching art for over seven years in to a variety of age groups. During her studies, she had the opportunity to study art in Rome, Paris, and Berlin. She has remained active in the art world through continuing my practice, engaging with her peers, and attending educational opportunities. Her recent exhibitions include the Faculty Exhibition at the Carrboro ArtsCenter, shows at the Durham Art Guild and Visual Art Exchange in Raleigh, and a three person show at Winmore Studio in Chapel Hill.
My Teaching Philosophy
Art allows students to gain an alternative perspective of the world while expanding their creative and problem-solving skills through visual means. Improving the quality of education for all students is something I am greatly interested in, and I believe I can better accomplish this goal through small group instruction and more personalized attention to the students. Art plays a vital role in the development of holistic growth needed to be a productive citizen, and I hope to foster that growth, as well as instill a desire for learning and passion for the arts through my teaching.
Expression is vitally important within the arts. Beyond the academic aspects, art is crucial in allowing people to explore themselves and the world around them through alternative avenues. I encourage experimentation and individuality within my classes. My goal is for each student to progress in their techniques and understanding of art fundamentals, but also learn a little more about themselves through the process. My projects create limitations through which the students explore their boundaries, while allowing them to create a unique piece of art. No two works should look the same!
Erin is an active artist and teacher, working on a new series of paintings and teaching art locally at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, the Carrboro ArtsCenter, and HappyMess in Durham. She holds an Art Education degree from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art, and has been teaching art for over seven years in to a variety of age groups. During her studies, she had the opportunity to study art in Rome, Paris, and Berlin. She has remained active in the art world through continuing my practice, engaging with her peers, and attending educational opportunities. Her recent exhibitions include the Faculty Exhibition at the Carrboro ArtsCenter, shows at the Durham Art Guild and Visual Art Exchange in Raleigh, and a three person show at Winmore Studio in Chapel Hill.
My Teaching Philosophy
Art allows students to gain an alternative perspective of the world while expanding their creative and problem-solving skills through visual means. Improving the quality of education for all students is something I am greatly interested in, and I believe I can better accomplish this goal through small group instruction and more personalized attention to the students. Art plays a vital role in the development of holistic growth needed to be a productive citizen, and I hope to foster that growth, as well as instill a desire for learning and passion for the arts through my teaching.
Expression is vitally important within the arts. Beyond the academic aspects, art is crucial in allowing people to explore themselves and the world around them through alternative avenues. I encourage experimentation and individuality within my classes. My goal is for each student to progress in their techniques and understanding of art fundamentals, but also learn a little more about themselves through the process. My projects create limitations through which the students explore their boundaries, while allowing them to create a unique piece of art. No two works should look the same!
Teaching Experience
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke, Durham, NC - Docent
ArtsCenter, Carrboro, NC - Art Instructor
HappyMess, Durham, NC - Art Instructor
EK Powe Elementary School, Durham, NC - Literacy/Enrichment Teacher
Lakewood Montessori Middle School, Durham, NC - Art Teacher
Patrick County Schools, Stuart, VA - Art Teacher, Title I Math/Reading Instructor
Hillside High School, Durham, NC - Art/Photography Teacher
Education
Transart Institute, Graduate Summer Residency Certificate Program, Berlin, 2012
Temple University, Tyler School of Art, BS in Art Education, Graduated Magna Cum Laude, 2005
Temple University Rome, 2004
International Studies Abroad Paris Program, Jacksonville University, 2004
Select Exhibition History
2014
Fragile, Off the Radar Pop Up Show, Goldenbelt Studios, Durham, NC
Solo Exhibition, Hager Smith Design, Raleigh, NC
Faculty Exhibition, The ArtsCenter, Carrboro, NC
Berserk, Juried by Chris Vitiello, Chief Contributor for Indy Weekly, Visual Art Exchange, Raleigh, NC
2013
"The End is Over" at Winmore Studio, Chapel Hill, NC
Scapes Juried Exhibition, Durham Art Guild, Durham, NC
Unfettered Juried Exhibition, Visual Art Exchange, Raleigh, NC
Contemporary South Juried Exhibition, Visual Art Exchange, Raleigh, NC
2012
Solo Exhibition, MJH Gallery, United Arts Council, Raleigh, NC
Community Color Gala and Art Auction, Carrack Gallery, Durham, NC
Community Artist’s Show, Carrack Gallery, Durham, NC
FestiFall, Juried Festival, Chapel Hill, NC
2011
Dimensions National Juried Exhbition, Associated Artists, Winston-Salem, NC
Sticht Center, Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC
Cove artist, Lebanon Frame and Gallery, Lebanon, PA
Community Artist’s Show, Carrack Gallery, Durham, NC
