Siobhan Swart

I am a 25 year old female artist and illustrator living in Bloemfontein, South Africa. I graduated in 2021 with a BA in Fine Arts. I worked as an Art Guide at the Oliewenhuis Art Museum and did part time practical assistance at the Fine Arts Department at the University of the Free State. I am hard working, dedicated and detail oriented.

Currently doing freelance work as Artist and Illustrator. In 2023 I did Part-time/Adhoc-based technical assistant/ student tutor at the Fine Arts Department at the University of the Free State. Assisted internationally recognised artist, Diane Victor, during a guest lecturing programme at the University of the Free State.

In 2023 I was also an Art Museum Guide at Oliewenhuis Art Museum, Bloemfontein which included: Guides of the exhibitions around the museum. Researched and wrote articles and educational brochures. Assisted and independently worked with social media, designing of catalogues etc.

Experience in educational/community based programmes.

Experience in installing and curating exhibitions. Had the opportunity to curate own group exhibition. Gained experience in handling of admin duties, bookings of group guides and art workshops for children. Assisted well known South- African artist Pauline Gutter with installing exhibition.

I graduated in 2021 with a BA in Gine Arts at the University of the Free State. I majored in Printmaking and Drawing.