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Trey Berry

Statement:

“Visionary Artist”

Trey recognized at an early age that his passion for life was the creation of beautiful objects.  In his work a connection with a higher consciousness is expressed. Nothing exists that does not touch the other.  He believes, “the more we become aware of our inner world, the more our relationship changes with our outer world or reality.”  The understanding of the subconscious and discovering the meaning of super conscious symbols that speak to all is the objective of his work.  His paintings imagine mystic and symbolic worlds that express wonder not fear of the unknown.

“I spend most of my days painting.  The experience carries me to places far into my imagination, places that seem to exist more and more closely to reality than the day before.  I sometimes feel that I am traveling through time only to realize that I have not moved and only minutes may have passed.  Dreams, visions and spirits give me great faith in humanity and a greater knowledge of the immensity of the universe of the inner mind.”

“Creating gives great power to the artist it allows one to explore all possibilities and have vision of what can be. Remembering those on this path that have gone before us, listening for their secrets, seeing visions through their eyes, smelling the spirits and mixing the medium, a history and ritual as old as man, magic never evades us.  It is all around us, a great river forever flowing through time. With every brushstroke and thought that passes we create our own destiny. I seek experience that not only changes my personal and spiritual views but experiences that rock the very foundations of the soul. Nothing of great value comes without sacrifice and personal discovery is of the highest order. Let the revolution begin.”

Résumé:

Objective

To be part of a talented and diverse team of creative people focused on lifetime achievements with passion, quality, excellence and pride.

Functional summary

Working in the art and design community since 1992.  Responsible for Gallery shows, Community events, art installations, presentations, CD Covers and designs, promotional materials, mailings, reviewing schedules, keeping job boards, inventory and maintenance of equipment.  Proficient in windows, word, excel, office, lifesaver and Photoshop.

Employment

[2005-present] Studio Artist Akron, OH.

  • “National Arts Endowment” 2005, Academy Graphic Communication “52 Weeks 52 Works” calendar 2007, “Piscazzi” wine labels 2007, “Artbistro” Artist of the Month 2008,  “Omega Institute” assistant instructor  “Visions in the Mische Technique” 2009 and 2010, member “Global Visionary arts network” 2010, member Akron art group “Apollonova” 2010.
  • Recent press:  Kent Matters 2008, The Cleveland Scene 2008/ 2010, Akron Urbanite 2010
  • Regional performance painting: Babylon a Go Go, 18th Dye, Only Flesh, The Interiors, the dreadful Yawns, Chelsea Ryan, Jessica Lea Mayfield, The Annuals, What Laura Says, Tearwave, Lazy Susan, Sik Sik Nation, Dead letter Room, Falling Skyward, The Very Knees, Simeon Soul Charger, Ekoostic Hookah, Waterband, The George Harrison Ford Explorers and Rachel Roberts.
  • Festivals: featured performance painter during multi cultural events in the northeastern United States, recruiting and directing volunteers on large scale art events: paper mache, body painting, face painting, painting workshops, and art exhibitions.

[2005-2008] Custom Framer Akron/Cleveland, OH.

  • Contract and temporary employment for Art Avenue, Bonfoey Gallery, Denis Conley Gallery, Harris Stanton Gallery and Frannie the Framer.  Duties included deliveries/ installations, mat cutting, assembly, frame chops, joining and general maintenance of equipment.

[2000-2003] Creative Framing Longmont, CO.

Manager

  • Responsible for the management of a high end custom framing studio and art gallery.  Duties include sales, purchasing, reviewing schedules, keeping job board, internal goals, ensuring smooth work flow, quality control, acquisition of materials, promotional mailings, invitations, gallery openings, maintenance of all equipment, training and scheduling of employees

[2000-2004] Berthoud arts and humanities alliance Berthoud, CO.

Board  Member

  • Volunteer board member and selection committee representative for artscapes, a permanent outdoor sculpture exhibit with several locations throughout Berthoud Co.  Planning and building of sculpture platforms, installations and unveilings of sculptures, presentations for the artists, wine tasting/ art show fund raisers and other community art related events.

[1999-2000] Vivaldi Custom Framing. Denver, CO.

Design consultant

  • Part of an elite team of professionals.  Custom framing of original artwork, outside client consultations and finished hangings.  Part of initial studio setup and move in, mat designer and fabric specialist associated with Pamela Mougin an internationally renowned studio portrait artist.

Education

[1984-1987] Germantown High School Germantown, TN.

[1988-1994] Memphis State University Memphis, TN.

  • Graphic design/ Fine art

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