Joseph Mdamanyi
Artist And An Environmental Specialist
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
Reputable Artist recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Renowned artist experienced in Charcoal pencil medium and versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio showcasing personal evolution in artistic journey.
Creative Artist with more than 10 years of experience creating valuable network ties with art curators and art gallery owners. Thoughtful individual with superb leadership and diverse experience in Portrature. Deliberate, productive and systematic artistic professional with established grasp on theoretical and practical considerations.
A talented artist highly passionate about art, technology and the creative processes involved in art creation.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Artist
Joe Mdamanyi
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
- Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics and charcoal on high quality canvas.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Utilized oil paints, acrylics and charcoal to design mixed media, drawings and painting pieces.
- Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Advertised and sold art online and at art exhibitions and fairs to increase exposure.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Resolved client concerns quickly and professionally to maintain respectful and productive project environment.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
Education
Degree In Geography And Environmental Studies - Environment Studies
Mwenge Catholic University
Kilimanjaro Tanzania 08.2013 - 08.2016
Advanced Level - Geography, Economics, Kiswahili And Fine Art
Ekitaangala Transformation High School
Nakasongola Uganda 02.2011 - 11.2012
Skills
Visual Art Creation
Art history
Oil painting
Networking skills
Marketing and advertising
Client Relationships
Charcoal and graphite pencil
Figurative drawing
Digital sketching
Quick Sketch
Accomplishments
- Participated in the Madaraja Project by Sub-Saharan Advisory Panel (SSAP), Wales.
- Participated in a Women's day (Bi mdashi) Art exhibition at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center, Indian High Commission of Tanzania, March 2022
- Participated in a 'Ashley Collins in Tanzania' art exhibition at the US Ambassador's residence, July 2022
- Participated in the East African Biennale at Nafasi Art Space, 2021
- Partcipated in the World Bank Environmental Action at the Msimbazi basin summit (Top 10 artworks exhibition) at the Julius Nyerere International Conference Center, May 2019.
- Participated in a Palestine - Israel peace campaign exhibition by the Palestine High Commission at Serena Hotel, 2018.
- Hosted multiple sip and paint sessions in collaboration with SSAP Wales.
- Mentored more than 20 students from Montessori Learners on Fundamentals of Fine Art.
- Built a relationship with Rangi and the Drum Galleries to showcase art pieces.
- Recognized by the United States Embassy by being selected participate in a workshop with one of the best contemporary artists from USA (Ashley Collins)
- Donated artwork and for the Shika Kalamu Project community fundraising event.
- Awarded the “Arts Ambassador Award” by the Palestine Embassy in 2018.
Certification
Bachelor Degree of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies
Timeline
Bachelor Degree of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies
12-2016
Degree In Geography And Environmental Studies - Environment Studies
Mwenge Catholic University
08.2013 - 08.2016
Advanced Level Certificate
03-2013
Public Speaking Course
10-2012
Character Development Course
10-2012
Advanced Level - Geography, Economics, Kiswahili And Fine Art
Ekitaangala Transformation High School
02.2011 - 11.2012
Artist
Joe Mdamanyi