Jennifer Nowzaradan
jnowzar@yahoo.com
www.zaradanfineart.com
Artists
I explore an engagement of different concepts, techniques and subjects in my artwork. Subject that fascinate have been introduced to me through my Persian culture, nature and essentially the framework and science behind each. Persian designs share the same framework in nature as we can recognize by the name of the Fibonacci sequence. Incorporating a variety of these motifs, microscopic organisms and natural environments has led me to so many different outcomes in my work. I enjoy high contrast in my compositions and a saturated pallet. I embrace different styles from realism, visionary, abstract and optical illusion. My most recent portfolio in the making is fusion of it all.
Educator Focus
I strive to engage student authenticity through creativity, collaboration and innovation. My classroom provides the highest level of Art Education with differentiation for each individual high school student in order to expand Visual Literacy and prepare students with college and career readiness. My passion for Art Education inspires students and teachers. My classroom is a lab of experimentation and self-discovery.
Education
Certifications
TEA Texas Art Educator Certified current 2016 - 2023
Advanced Placement Certified 2012, 2014
English Language Proficiency Standards (ESL Supplemental) Certified 2012
St. Edwards University
Bachelor of Arts in Art 2005
Focus on Drawing and Painting
The Omega Institute of Holistic Studies, Rhinebeck, NY
Alex Grey Visionary Art Intensive 2004 - 2007
Experience
Lake Travis ISD, Lake Travis High School Austin, Tx
Art 1 Instructor 2018-2020
Dr. Younan Nowzaradan Houston, TX
Website design, product design 2019 - 2020
Published Illustration and Graphic Design 2019
The Hive - Beecaves Art Foundation
Summer Art Instructor 2019
Canyon Lake High School Fischer, TX
Visual Arts Educator, Dance Assistant Courses: Art I, Drawing II 2017-2018
Austin Independent School District, Crockett High School, Austin, TX
Visual Arts Educator 2009 - 2017
Courses: Art1, Drawing 1, AP Studio Drawing and 2D Design, Art & Media Communications
Travis High School, Austin, Texas 78704
Permanent Substitute 2006 – 2009
The University of Texas, Creative Research Laboratory, Austin, TX
Intern, Gallery Assistant 2004 - 2005
Nick Johnson Fine Art, Austin, TX
Logo Design Intern 2004 – 2005
Professional Development
CLI Creative Initiative, Arts Integration and Arts Rich Education (fineartsaustin.org) 2015 - 2016
Austin ISD Curriculum Writers Cadre: Writer for district wide Visual Arts Curriculum 2015
Project Based Learning training, Campus Based Professional Development Trainee
The Blanton Museum, Philip Yenawine Visual Literacy Training (www.vtshome.org) 2014
University of Texas at Austin, Advance Placement Summer Institute 2012, 2014
The Contemporary Austin, Laguna Gloria Museum Teacher Workshop 2012
The Blanton Museum, Mind Mapping and Contemporary Art Teaching Strategies 2012
Summer Teacher Institute, MexicArte Museum, Blanton and Art House Teacher Training 2012
AVID, Campus Based Teacher Training: Preparation for college readiness 2012
Standards Based Grading and Curriculum, Campus Based Professional Development Trainee 2011
REAL Learning Summer Institute, Reaching and Engaging All Learners 2011
Texas Cultural Trust Art & Media Communication, Trainee, Grant Recipient 2010, 2012, 2016
Austin Museum of Art, The Contemporary (formerly Art House): Teacher Training 2010 - 2013
SEL Social Emotional Learning, CHS National Model for SEL 2010 - 2011
Helping student develop self-management skills, self-awareness skills, social awareness skills,
interpersonal skills and decision-making skills
Scaffolding and Behavior Management: Positive classroom management skills 2010
Texas Art Education Agency Fall Conference, Presenter: Geometry in Nature 2010
Committees
Austin Independent School District
Textbook Selection Committee 2015, 2016
Staff Art Show Committee 2015, 2016
Billboard Committee 2009, 2010
Texas Art Education Agency
Junior VASE Committee, Student Art Qualifications 2014, 2015
Youth Art Month Committee 2009 - 2016
VASE Juror Region 20E, 13N 2018
Junior VASE Juror Region 13S 2012-13, 2016
Crockett High School
Fashion Club, Teacher Sponsor 2011
Awards and Student Accomplishments
AISD Board Recognition for Award Winning Instruction 2013,2014,2016
Crockett High School Student Art Show 2016
VASE Student Art Show AISD PAC 2016
AP Student College Board Credit 2013 - 2016
Westcave Preserve, Student art selected for Westcave 2013 Calendar 2013
State Visual Art Scholastic Event, Winner 2011, 2014, 2016
The Contemporary Austin Young Artists Program 2011
Youth Art Month Student Art Show 2009 - 2016
Visual Art Scholastic Event 2009 – 2016
150+ district medals, 10 state winners and 1 gold seal
Grants Awarded:
Texas Cultural Trust Visual Literacy Initiative $2500 Technology grant ( www.txculturaltrust.org) 2016
Adopt a Classroom $1000 art supply grant (www.adoptaclassroom.org) 2015
Creative Learning Initiative Grant Arts Enriched Professional Development and mentoring 2014
Professional Artist
First Thursday by Vespaio, Austin Texas (www.firstthurdayaustin.com)
Event Coordinator 2002 - 2017
Coordinate a monthly year-round even that showcase local talent and small businesses.
Local Artist Promotion Director 2002 -2017
Promote local artisans and local creative businesses through networking and social media
Perform documentary photography for events and publish photographs to social media platforms
Monthly Street Gallery Vendor 2001 -2017
Zaradan Fine Art
Owner, operator 2001 - Present
Envision, design, and create innovative art in a variety of formats and styles to transform ordinary materials into paintings that provoke thoughts and feelings from the viewer
Employ traditional artistic methods to perfect personal techniques and to better communicate those techniques to the younger generation
Experiment with unorthodox artistic platforms and embrace accident to develop new artistic methods and to create artwork with unique aesthetic features
Capture the essence of everyday subject matter through use of photographic methods, by harnessing natural light/shadows, and employing points of view to pique viewers’ interests
Art Shows & Gallery Displays
The Hive Lake Travis Faculty Show 2019
Art on 12th Guest Art Show, Wimberley, TX, Artist 2016
Canvas Art Collaborative Austin, TX 2014
La Familia Restaurant, Austin, TX, Artist 2011
Austin ISD Staff Art Show, Austin, TX, Artist 2010, 2015,2016
Canvas Gallery Austin, TX, Artist 2012
Art Outside Gallery, Austin, TX, Artist 2009 - 2012
La Zona Rosa, Republic Live, Mercury Room Austin TX, Live Painter and Art Display 2009 - 2010
Plush on Redriver Austin, Tx 2006
Tambaleo, Gallery Lombardi, Austin, TX, Artist 2005
Sarovar Indian Restaurant Austin, TX, Artist 2005
St. Edward’s University Senior Show, Austin, TX, Artist 2005
The Awarehouse Studios, Austin, TX, Artist 2004 - 2006
Austin City Hall Councilmember office Jennifer Kim 2004
Hairy Situations Salon, Austin, TX, Artist 2002
Idewild Café, Wimberley TX, Artist 2001
Wet Salon, Austin, TX, Artist 2001
Skills
Student advising and mentoring
Student portfolio design and advising for college preparation and college admissions
Student mural project design and management
Student online portfolios and professional resume
Website design for classroom and student portfolios
Provide student entrepreneurial skills and community employment opportunities in the arts
Teach a variety of media techniques in Drawing, Painting, Digital Art and Design, Printmaking, Sculpture, Photography Basics
Integrate core class learning into art-based projects
Fine Arts curriculum writing
Collaborate with educators to advance student learning
Conscience Classroom Management Skills
Excellent parent and student communication
Lifelong learner that continuously strives for contemporary techniques to advance student engagement and interest
References Education
Craig Shapiro Associate Superintendent Austin ISD (formerly Crockett High School Principal)
Craig.shapiro@austinisd.org 512-414-4471
Chad Seitz Supervisor at Canyon Lake High School
Chad.seitz@comalisd.org 830-885-1969
Nell Anderson Canyon Lake Visual Art
Nell.anderson@comalisd.org 830-885-1717
Chris Cooper Visual Art Scholastic Event Director
Chris.cooper@smcisd.net 512-393-6842
Sissy Camacho Crockett High School Former Principal
Sissy.camacho@ausinisd.org 512-414-7803
Jennifer Nowzaradan
Texas Cultural Trust Grant Recipient
