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About Gianina L.
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Expertise
I can answer questions concerning most traditional mediums such as acrylics, watercolor, colored pencils, collage/cut paper, graphite, charcoal, and pen and ink. I also have strong, advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Powerpoint and Publisher; and beginner to immediate level knowledge in Illustrator, Freehand, After Effects, and Flash. In addition, I can cover miscellaneous subjects such as portfolio preparation, applying to art schools, art school study skills, color theory, basic design and drawing principles, basic animation techniques, working on personal art styles and exploring new artistic techniques. Topics such as the detailed legal aspects of art, web programming and Flash action scripting do not fall under my area of expertise.

Experience

Experience in the Area
I graduated summa cum laude with a double BFA in Illustration and Computer Art (specializing in 2-dimensional animation) from the Savannah College of Art and Design, where as a student, I happily tutored fellow peers in all aspects of art and created numerous illustrations for the school newspaper. For the past several years, I have been illustrating seminar books, designing numerous graphics, and creating short animation sequences for use in video. In addition, I work as a private tutor and am co-director / co-owner of a company that focuses on and promotes the local music industry. I assist with all the day-to-day operations of this company as well as manage all art direction and design.

Education/Credentials
Savannah College of Art and Design
BFA Computer Art, Illustration
Summa Cum Laude
Dean's List, GPA 4.0

Awards and Honors
Induction into Alpha Pi Beta honor society for art and design, 2002
Outstanding Achievement in Computer Art, 2002
Outstanding Student for the academic year 2001-2002
Awarded "Most Dependable" for District, the student newspaper, 2002
Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities, May 2001
Better Business Bureau Honesty in Advertising Essay Competition, Merit Award, November 1998
Mary Renee Whelan Scholarship, Savannah College of Art and Design

Exhibitions and Festivals:
Embodiement; Myths in Animal Form, www.postpicasso.com, December 10 - January 10, 2005
SCAD Alumni Show, Stardust Café, Orlando, FL; December 2004
Finalist, International Juried Online Symbolist Art Show, www.dracoblu.com, May 2004 - April 2005
Finalist, International Juried Online Symbolist Art Show, www.dracoblu.com, May 2003 - April 2004
Senior Showcase, SCAD Pei Ling Chan Gallery, Savannah, GA; May 2002
2D or not 2D, SCAD Trustees Theatre, Savannah, GA; April 2002
Small Works, SCAD Exhibit A Gallery, Savannah, GA; November 7 - December 31, 2001; art was purchased
Magnanimata Animation Festival, May 1999

Publications
Quoted briefly in Animation World Magazine, "Predicting the Future of Futurama" (April 1999) and "Ed, Edd, n Eddy: A Unique Approach" (June 1999)


   

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How well do i have to draw? Apps are coming up and idk if i'm ready/?10/22/2009
  Q: How well do i have to draw? Apps are coming up and idk if i'm ready/? i'm a senior year and i'm 17 ...
  A: You're very welcome! Seems like you have found something close to home and that's fantastic. At the ...
How well do i have to draw? Apps are coming up and idk if i'm ready/?10/16/2009
  Q: How well do i have to draw? Apps are coming up and idk if i'm ready/? i'm a senior year and i'm 17 ...
  A: Take a deep breath. You will be just fine. I remember feeling just as frightened before taking my AP ...
i need a guide from u9/19/2009
  Q: i want to improve my pencil drawing,how to improve?please ans me
  A: Practice, practice, practice. :) First, if you can, get yourself a good set of pencils that has a ...
gallery portfolio7/11/2009
  Q: I am an amateur painter who has received encouragement from a professional to exhibit my work ...
  A: Hey David, So many options exist if you want to create a professionally printed book. I think what ...
programs to help a gifted artist5/26/2009
  Q: I know someone that is a very intelligent 18 year old student who is a very gifted artist but has ...
  A: You are a wonderful and supportive friend to be seeking out help for your friend. Because he/she ...
art and design program5/15/2009
  Q: I want to apply for arts and design program , I found one , need your consultancy about whats ...
  A: Actually, general knowledge is not a bad thing at all. From my own experience as an artist, general ...
art and design program5/14/2009
  Q: I want to apply for arts and design program , I found one , need your consultancy about whats ...
  A: This looks like a good all-around program. The fact that you have both basic drawing and 2-d/3-d ...
which studies ?4/27/2009
  Q: from being child , I had a hobby to make movie subtitles , brands names , logos design of ads ( by ...
  A: "Talent" is such an arbitrary word. If you believe you have a talent, then you do. If you love doing ...
phenomena or hobby4/11/2009
  Q: there is a phenomena I had did it during my childhood where it is (1994) I have an adoration with ...
  A: I am not quite sure what you are asking. If you've had any kind of inspiration to create artwork of ...
confusion3/28/2009
  Q: 1- is it able for someone discover his drawing or painting talent in age of 24 ? ( noticed that ...
  A: Just as a small correction, I'm a ma'am, not a sir. :) But no worries. Now, question #1, yes, it's ...
Fashion Portfolio1/8/2009
  Q: I applied for the Fashion course at college and now I need to put a portfolio together.I am quit kin ...
  A: I went to an art college myself and came across many students who had no formal training before ...
I need help12/9/2008
  Q: my name is Sabrina Potocnik and I'm working on an ISU for my grade 11 graphic design class and I ...
  A: I apologize for my unexpected delay in responding to your question. So one of the two remaining ...
motivation10/11/2008
  Q: Due to the fact I cant stand my job, and work at least 3-5 hrs overtime a week.... I am not ...
  A: I know exactly what you're going through because I have absolutely been there. Sounds to me like ...
Caricature and Illustration9/23/2008
  Q: Hey, I have been trying to get into learning more about caricature art and expanding my knowledge on ...
  A: You're absolutely welcome. You seem to be off on the right foot. If that's the direction you want to ...
Caricature and Illustration9/19/2008
  Q: Hey, I have been trying to get into learning more about caricature art and expanding my knowledge on ...
  A: I think everyone has a slim chance of quitting their day job, and if you're truly passionate about ...
illustration8/17/2008
  Q: I'm interested in becoming an illustrator but I don't really know much about the job. What is ...
  A: Let's see what I can tell you in brief about illustration. You can definitely make a career out of ...
Gallery Meeting8/13/2008
  Q: Can you please explain how a meeting with a curator/gallery manager is conducted when they are ...
  A: Have you set up such a meeting yet? This type of meeting is similar to an interview. Usually you'll ...
Anamorphism5/21/2008
  Q: I am an artist who has recently become interested in murals and pavement art. I was looking at the ...
  A: I know just the street artist you're talking about. Anamorphism deals with shifting the perspective ...
Baby Oil as thinning medium?5/17/2008
  Q: I have recently found baby oil to be an excellent thinning medium for oil -The smell is delightful ...
  A: You know, I have never tried this and tried to look up information on my end and only discovered the ...
Folio Photography3/17/2008
  Q: I am putting together a photographic folio for my jewellery making, and was wondering if you have ...
  A: You will want to create a nice set-up to photograph your jewelry. Set up a desk or flat surface and ...
Portfolio Preparation3/14/2008
  Q: How should I prepare my portfolio for drop-off if I will not be with the employer to explain some of ...
  A: Yes, if you're dropping off your portfolio, I highly recommend labels. First, the most important ...
Teaching Art.2/19/2008
  Q: I have a couple simple questions i would like to ask you, for my future career. 1. What inspired ...
  A: I thought I would clarify that I work as a freelance artist and not as an art teacher, but I will ...
An artists portfolio1/29/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me what an artist standard portfolio looks like? So for instance if they were ...
  A: Portfolios come in all colors and sizes, and sometimes you can be creative and use business ...
Arts exam1/24/2008
  Q: i recently took a test and didnt do so well on it there were 85 question and these weere the ones ...
  A: I truly would love to help you with these questions, but unfortunately, there is too much ...
undergraduate admissions10/24/2007
  Q: I am a high school student and I would like to study arts abroad. I have a question regarding ...
  A: The types of tests required are completely dependent on the school you're applying to (and since ...
Drawing People10/18/2007
  Q: again!Boy,you must think I'm a pest.:) Just wanted to know,how do you draw and paint people and make ...
  A: No worries, I think being inquisitive is a good sign for a creative spirit. :) Drawing people, ...
Composition in Colour?10/14/2007
  Q: :) It's me,again.The exam's getting closer so my mom's putting more pressure on me,so I just need to ...
  A: No, it's not that vague; I understand. Have you been taught to use "thumbnails" to plan a painting? ...
Composition in Colour?10/9/2007
  Q: :) It's me,again.The exam's getting closer so my mom's putting more pressure on me,so I just need to ...
  A: Jayne! I apologize for the slight delay in my response. I was returning from out of town. Now, ...
How do I improve my art skills?9/29/2007
  Q: I've really loved art since I was small and I drew alot when I was younger.But my painting skills ...
  A: I'm so delighted to hear that the advice worked for you! Seeing your own artwork grow and improve is ...
scientific illustration9/27/2007
  Q: I got into Cooper U. and have done many juried shows but I never finished and never got a degree of ...
  A: First off, I do feel your pain. The term "starving artist" wasn't created for no reason at all. Art ...
I found a etching/painting at a garage sale, never seen anything like it.9/20/2007
  Q: I have photos, if you need them, but I'm sure hoping you can help me! I've looked everywhere! ...
  A: It's hard to let you know what the technique is just from the verbal description of it. However, if ...
Portfolio9/20/2007
  Q: This might sound bad to you, but I am in some need of advise! I am a fourth year architecture ...
  A: First, take one large deep breath. Everything will turn out just fine. Let me tackle the issue of ...
websites to post art5/16/2007
  Q: do you know any good websights to post artwork, so that potiental empoyers/buyers can see it. there ...
  A: A watermark is an image or text or a logo that you put over another image, almost like a label, ...
websites to post art5/15/2007
  Q: do you know any good websights to post artwork, so that potiental empoyers/buyers can see it. there ...
  A: I wish I could give you a straight forward answer to this one, but unfortunately, it's a very trial ...
Art portfolio and college5/13/2007
  Q: I saw in your profile that you cover art portfolio submissions and that prompted me to ask you ...
  A: That's a tough question to answer because it depends on the school you apply to and the individuals ...
Can you please help me?3/23/2007
  Q: I am having a hard time finding these answers. Will you please help me? Thank you. ...
  A: Outside of being an artist, I also work as a private tutor, and I try to never give answers away ...
classic art2/27/2007
  Q: well i want to know why classic(greek & roman) art is considered different from ancient art? and ...
  A: "Ancient Art" is much more of a blanket term that covers a lot of ground. Greek and Roman art is not ...
rendering hair in graphite12/28/2006
  Q: I was working on a realistic portrait, which was going rather well I must say. But then I got to ...
  A: I completely understand your plight. Hair can sometimes be the bane of many an artist's drawing. If ...
painting for money11/11/2006
  Q: I am a university student, studying physics. I have a job on campus so it will not be available to ...
  A: Physics and art, what a wonderful combination! I just happen to be a bit of a science fan myself! I ...
Art Portfolio11/6/2006
  Q: What is the best resource for learning how to develop one's portfolio? I am currently applying to ...
  A: I have answered similar questions, so if in case I skip any key points, please peruse earlier ...
Art in College10/11/2006
  Q: I am a high school senior and am currently trying to find information on majoring in Art in college ...
  A: The only thing you need to major in Art in college is the absolute will to do it. Some students ...
fashion portfolio8/26/2006
  Q: I am in the process of putting together a portfolio for my college applications. I am going for ...
  A: Blending different media and getting a variety between 2-d and 3-d is a wonderful thing and ...
donating to collectors7/27/2006
  Q: I've thought of donating just one painting to a few important art collectors, as a way to get my ...
  A: I don't think I am the best-qualified person to answer this question since I don't have much ...
a thin resume5/9/2006
  Q: Seems like most so-called "emerging artists" already have extensive resumes. I've never sold a ...
  A: No matter what, making a name for yourself is an uphill battle in the art world. Honestly, the best ...
Portfolio help4/16/2006
  Q: I am hoping to gain an apprenticeship at a tattoo studio, but at the moment I have no portfolio. I ...
  A: Creating a portfolio can be such a cumbersome project to undertake, and really, a portfolio is ...
oil painting?3/6/2006
  Q: Hallo, can you please tell me if it is unsafe to paint over a painting that you made some time ago? ...
  A: Honestly, I am not sure when or if a painting qualifies as being too old to paint over. What matters ...
Comic Creating/inking2/21/2006
  Q: I actually have a couple questions (sorry). Are there any periodicals for aspiring comic creators ...
  A: Though sequential art and the comic industry are not my realm, I asked a wonderful friend of mine ...
photoshop2/2/2006
  Q: I am an artist and I am trying to e mail a photo of one of my paintings to an art website. My ...
  A: The best and easiest way is most definitely with Photoshop. If you wanted to email me, I would do it ...
worth artist from1/25/2006
  Q: i bought a charcoal picture at an antique shop/ i just wanted 2 know a little about it. its ...
  A: Unfortunately I am unable to help you. A curator, a director of the gallery, an art historian or art ...
info on artist11/7/2005
  Q: Can you provide information on an artist and the value of an original signed lithograph I own? If so ...
  A: The only way I could provide you true information on any artist would be doing exactly the same ...
Digital Reprinting10/15/2005
  Q: A friend of mine and I have been working on a comic book/graphic novel project for about 2 years ...
  A: As an artist who loves to experiment herself, I commend you on wanting to do so! Every media ...
gallery meeting10/10/2005
  Q: A gallery wants to represent me, and the owner wants me to call him to arrange a meeting. I don't ...
  A: First, congratulations! That's wonderful that a gallery is already offering to represent you! Since ...
drawing a cogwheel10/1/2005
  Q: I need to draw a cogwheel (needs to be accurate). Can you help? I'd be grateful for any ...
  A: To draw anything specific, you need a reference to work from. If you have the cogwheel in person, ...
painting over painting8/17/2005
  Q: Is there a safe way (a technique) to paint a new painting over an old painting?
  A: I will need a little more information to see if I can answer your question. First, what type of ...
Art Therapist5/12/2005
  Q: I want to know what is the profession of a art therapist. What some good and bad things about the ...
  A: I cannot answer these questions to completion because I am not an art therapist myself. I know this ...
Black and Minority funding for comic book artists, creators and writers4/22/2005
  Q: Date: 4/21/05 10:17 PM Hello: I'd like to know if you have any information about foundations, ...
  A: Unfortunately, I don't have this information at this moment. If I come across any locations or ...
Art project4/16/2005
  Q: ...well iv put some more thought into this project, i was thinking of doing a sound and smell ...
  A: Mandy, I love the thought process you have put into this project! What a wonderful concept, and what ...
Presentation4/13/2005
  Q: we talked before, regarding my powerpoint presentation. I'd just like to let you know that it went ...
  A: I'm so glad your PowerPoint presentation went well! To answer your question, no, to the best of my ...
Art project4/13/2005
  Q: i wasn't too sure who to ask, but if you could help me that would be great. well i have an ...
  A: Are you looking for ideas or tips on what subject to use? Well, since the project has asked for you ...
juried shows4/7/2005
  Q: A juried show charges an entry fee for three slides and then tells you it's $5.00 for any additional ...
  A: This is actually the norm for many juried shows. The fees help cover the cost and administrative ...
Powerpoint4/6/2005
  Q: I'm making a pictoral dictionary right now, aka 26 slides in a powerpoint presentation, one for each ...
  A: Using global cities in a pictorial dictionary slide show is a great idea! Now, let me answer your ...
Art Project Idea3/27/2005
  Q: At my university in Art Class I must create a peice of art work such as a drawing, painting, ...
  A: I am not sure I can provide you with any ideas without having more specific information on the ...
gallery appointment2/18/2005
  Q: I have been invited to meet a gallery owner because he's interested in my paintings which he saw on ...
  A: I'm glad to hear you have a gallery interested in your work! That's great news! Now that you're ...
insuring art/ juried show2/4/2005
  Q: On the art contest rules for a juried show it reads: "Amount for which your work will be insured if ...
  A: The amount you need the gallery to insure your piece should be the amount you think the piece is ...
Computer Art11/25/2004
  Q: Do you know of a computer program that will enable the user to cut graphics into circles & then ...
  A: You know, I am not aware of such a program, but I wouldn't be surprised if it exists somewhere. Out ...
Collage and fiber art11/21/2004
  Q: I am starting in a new direction for me involving collages and perhaps fragmented fiber collages. ...
  A: What kind of effect exactly are you looking for in the transferring words department? There are ...
portfoliooo10/21/2004
  Q: I am a student doing my BFA in applied art (Bombay, India). Unfortunately my school is relatively ...
  A: The fact that you can look back on previous work and notice your mistakes is a great sign that you ...
Hard to be designer9/16/2004
  Q: I think I have answer for myself, I can make good living working for company, I reject several ...
  A: Well, seems like you are already excited about this contact, and since it seems to be in the arena ...
Hard to be designer9/11/2004
  Q: I want to pursue my dream, so I start my own design service, I enjoy doing design work, but connect ...
  A: First, let me start by saying there is nothing wrong with you. Second, you should be proud of ...
Artist's block?8/25/2004
  Q: I am a portait artist and am very much out of practice. I am 35 years old and I want to get back ...
  A: Drawing skills, like anything else, will become rusty when the artist is out of practice, but it's ...

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