Monday, April 20, 2009

the shapes of things to come VI

the intern job description

Company Description

Robert Farmer is a fine artist working in the illustrative genre. Specializing in pop-influenced surrealism, Farmer pokes fun at current social taboos. His traditional painting style over that of digital-based methods creates an easily marketable product. The work is contemporary, edgy, and has been censored in the past.
After a series of misguided attempts at a formal education in British Columbia, Farmer eventually moved to Toronto to pursue an art career. His illustration career was very short, working at Ampersande Design in 1999. He quickly adapted to commercial faux finishing and mural making. Clients included BMO, ING, Fallsview Casino Resort, Vaughan Mills Mall, and Kensington Market Organic Ice Cream.
His fine art is represented by Headbones Gallery and Rouge Contemporary Gallery, both in Toronto, and has recently exhibited at ArtNow Miami Beach, Florida, and Bridge Art Fair in Manhattan, New York.

He is a hard working, integrity-driven professional visual artist, and from his interns expects the same enthusiasm, diligence, and creative input.

Intern Job Description

Interns will be provided with the opportunity to participate in work related assignments, gain practical work experience, and network with industry professionals. In addition, interns will have the opportunity to attend gallery openings, exhibitions, and dinner parties.
Projects include (but not limited to) image research and acquisition, conceptual drawing and painting, painting assignments and techniques, mural planning and execution, grant writing, website development, marketing, and visual communication in a contemporary art practice.