Fatima Sow Email & Phone Number

Dearborn, Michigan, United States

• Document condition and cleaning tasks on artifacts.
• Clean, pack, and prepare artifacts for storage and exhibitions; transport artifacts between museum facilities.
• Utilize the collections management system to reference artifact information including location and condition.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

• Conduct the following tasks: pre processing and cataloging periodicals, shelving, Interlibrary loan preparation, book repairs, display design and curation.
• Assist at the circulation desk; addressed patrons needs related to check-ins/outs, general and directional inquiries.
• Utilized the library’s catalog system, Alma, to update and organize the collection.

Detroit, MI

• Lead K-12 classes at Detroit and Metro Detroit schools; curriculums focus on the fundamentals of art & design, art history, and fine art fields: drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, collage, and mixed media art.
• Facilitated a Student Art Show/Auction in December 2019 comprised of over 100 works.
• Prepared, installed, and curated student artwork for Abrakadoodle’s Annual End of the Year Art Shows.

• Facilitate drop-in art making workshops and “Drawing in the Gallery” sessions throughout various galleries.
• Guide visitors on museum inquiries on current exhibitions, collections, events.
• Assist Public Programs with installation and preparation for public programming and events.

• Developed and taught art and design summer and afterschool classes for K-12th grade.
• Co-Teacher for the Detroit Neighborhood Arts Workshops (DNAW), a year long portfolio development program for middle school students. Assisted in the installation of end of the year art exhibitions.
• Provided resources to families on education and career opportunities in the art and design field. Facilitated workshops on resume, CV, and portfolio development.

Detroit, MI

• Assist with gallery hours of operation: open gallery to the public, operate devices for installations and films, projections, and lights.
• Provide guests with information on gallery inquiries from current exhibits, artists, gallery talks, and other community events.

Bloomfield Hills, MI

• Develop educational curriculum in the fields of fine art, architecture and design.
• Researched and connected with educators in the Metro Detroit area to invite schools to participate in tours and workshops at the museum.
• Facilitate museum and campus tours for the general public and assisted with museum inquiries.

Bachelor'S Degree, Fine And Studio Arts

Industrial And Product Design & Fine Arts

One month study abroad in Florence, Italy. Learned concepts of Product Design; my final project was a combination of Product Design and.