Resume

Education

University of the Arts; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography;
Minor in Book Arts, 2005

Thesis Exhibition, May, 2005:
The Intangibility of Shadow and Light
8×10 View Camera Platinum Palladium Prints

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Exhibitions

Work To Ride (a work in progress)
University City Arts Leauge; Winter 2009 *
Reverie Opening, Reverie; February 2008 *
Friends of Project Basho, Project Basho; November 2007
Philadelphia Open Studio Tours, Project Basho; October 2007
POST Preview Exhibtion, Freeman’s Auction House; October 2007
POST From the Studio IV, The Center for Emerging Visual Artists; October 2007
Close to Home > 10, Solmssen Court, University of the Arts; April 2007

Intangibility of Shadow & Light,
Seriatim: Senior Thesis Show, Icebox Gallery, Crane Building; May 2005

The Firmament,
29th Annual Juried Show, Allentown Art Museum; March 2005

The College Cookbook,
Turning Pages, Wardman Library, CA; January 2005

U-Pull It
Junior Thesis Show, Hamilton Gallery, University of the Arts; May 2004

The Topographical Landscape of Love,
Sophomore Show, Sol Mednick Gallery and Gallery 1401, University of the Arts; April 2003

* Indicates Solo Exhibition

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Awards & Publications

MacBus Award for Outstanding Business Identity, 2005
Workshop Scholarship, Peters Valley Craft Center, 2005
Promising Young Artist Scholarship, UArts, 2001
A Marmac Guide to Las Vegas, Cover Illustration, Pelican Publishing Co, 2005
The College Cookbook, The Borowsky Center for Publication Arts, UArts, 2004

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Volunteer & Affiliations

Work to Ride, Volunteer, 2006 - Present
In Liquid, Volunteer, 2005 - Present
The Print Center, Volunteer, 2005 - Present

In Liquid Benefit Auction, Donating Artist, 2006 & 2007
Photo Review Benefit Auction, Volunteer, 2006 & 2007
Photo Review Garden Party, Volunteer, 2005 - 2007
CFEVA Metamorphosis, Event Committee 2005 - 2007

Society for Photography Education (SPE); Mid Atlantic Region Interim Board Member 2008 - Present
Philadelphia Area New Media Association Member, 2008 - Present
InLiquid Artist, 2008 - Present
Philadelphia Open Studio Tours, Participating Artist, 2007 - Present
Project Basho, Communal Darkroom Member, 2007 - Present
Society for Photography Education (SPE); Member 2005 - Present
CFEVA Regional Community Arts Program, Slide Registry Participant; 2005 - Present

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Biography

Kara LaFleur’s family moved throughout New England before settling into the suburbs of Philadelphia in 1995; this nomadic lifestyle fostered an intrinsic affinity for extended community and networking from a young age. In 2005, Kara received her BFA in Photography from the University of the Arts; where, after mastering technique and developing her vision, it was the 8×10 and non-silver processes which captured her interest. After graduation, her involvement with the Center for Emerging Visual Artists allowed her to gain experience in the Non-Profit and Arts and Culture Sectors, working primarily in administrative and development roles. In the summer of 2006, Kara began volunteering with the Work to Ride program; a non-profit prevention program providing disadvantaged youth with activities surrounding horsemanship, equine sports and education. Kara recently held a position as the Director of Summer Programming, further developing her relationship with the program and it’s participants. Currently she is working on a long term photographic project with WTR, while pursuing a career at Night Kitchen Interactive, an award-winning design firm in Philadelphia.

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Professional Experience

Night Kitchen Interactive - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania November 2007 - Present
Marketing Coordinator,
Night Kitchen Interactive is an award-winning design firm specializing in the development of online learning, interactive exhibits, and marketing communications solutions for corporations and non-profit organizations. Scope of responsiblity includes working with Night Kitchen’s marketing team in aspects of marketing strategy; as well as promotional material, proposal, and marketing communications development; managing marketing contacts, coordinate marketing communications and newsletters; coordinate company events and public relations opportunities.

Chamounix Equestrian Center - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania June - August 2007
Program Director, Work to Ride Summer Program
Oversaw the summer program of this non-profit prevention program providing disadvantaged youth with activities surrounding horsemanship, equine sports and education. Scope of responsibility included resources management, safety, curriculum development, equipment and supervision of 16 personnel/interns and approximately 20 to 40 campers.

Center for Emerging Visual Artists - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Jan 2005 - June 2007
Administrative Coordinator June 2006 - June 2007
Played a key role in daily operations of this agency focused on career advancement of emerging artists by creating and updating pertinent documents, maintaining databases and coordinating fundraising. Organized and managed direct mail projects. Worked directly with Board of Directors and committees. Held responsibility for managing financial functions such as A/P and A/R as well as sales, transactions and reporting.

Research Assistant, Development & Administration December 2005 - June 2006
Gained valuable experience in all aspects of office operations including fundraising, workflow and filing. Updated and maintained MS Access databases.

Application Review Coordinator July - November 2005
Organized and managed applicant review process including a preliminary review of 200 and a detailed review of 100 as well as a double blind review and selection by the Board of Artistic Directors. Maintained databases, prepared slides and distributed materials.

University of the Arts - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania September 2005 - Present
Teaching Assistant Advanced Non Silver
Help educate college students in the use and application of historic photography processes. Mix and prepare chemicals, test new materials and determine alternative methods.

Portico Printing - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania July 2005 - June 2006
Administrative Assistant
Handled a broad range of operational tasks including billing, invoicing, A/R and client relations for this family-owned printing and design company.

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Additional Experience

Imaging Technology Consultant, Philadelphia Open Studio Tours; April 2005
Intern, Career Development Program, Center for Emerging Visual Artists; Jan - July 2005
Equipment Room Technician, Media Arts Department, UArts; September 2004 - June 2005
Studio Assistant, Gregory Katz Photography; June - September 2004
Teaching Assistant, Color I, University of the Arts; September - December 2002
Lab Technician and Sales Associate, Ritz Camera; May 2001 - July 2005
Certified Yoga Instructor, 2001

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Summary of Qualifications

Self-motivated and dedicated professional with valuable non-profit experience in areas such as community awareness, education programs and strategic communication. Detail-oriented and reliable individual offering outstanding organization, multi-tasking, communication, teamwork, leadership, financial management and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to create and maintain databases, design and manage websites and mentor and direct staff. Proficient utilizing MS Office, QuickBooks and Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and GoLive. Possess expertise in photography, graphic design and printmaking.

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