Michelle Doherty
Letterkenny,County Donegal
Summary
Accomplished artist with expertise in mixed-media application, fine arts training, and textile design. Proven ability to deliver engaging art classes and generate innovative artistic ideas. Skilled in monoprints, printmaking techniques, and creative collaboration on community art projects. Dedicated to advancing artistic expression and fostering creativity within diverse communities.
Talented individual with strong passion of developing advance artistic skills. Eager to learn different art techniques to amplify creativity. Geared up to generate ideas and be surrounded by fellow artists.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Artist in residence
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal
Litir Ceanain , Co. Donegal
03.2025 - Current
- Provided art tutoring, fostering artistic growth in students.
- Collaborated with other artist with Students to create original and sculptural visual display of personal expression.
- Coordinate construction of art model collaborating with 3 schools as part of a Peace Plus STEAM project.
Art Teacher Múinteoir Ealaín
Realtaí Ealaíne
Na Dúnaibh
09.2018 - Current
- Sucessfully facilitated classes, camps and workshops for hundred's of children and teenagers for over 6 years.
- Arranged a variety of learning experiences through Art using a variety of media.
- Introduced Irish language to students in a fun and enjoyable method.
- Prepared stimulating visual aids, enhancing comprehension of complex artistic concepts.
- Maintained an engaging classroom atmosphere, promoting active participation from all students.
- Encouraged individual expression through various art mediums.
- Enhanced student knowledge of art history by incorporating relevant examples into curriculum.
- Stimulated student curiosity for artistic techniques and history.
- Nurtured appreciation for different cultures' art with inclusion in lessons.
- Supported creative exploration and experimentation with new mediums and techniques.
- Developed critical, contextual thinking in students for improved art appreciation.
- Encouraged students to persevere through challenges and provided guidance to improve skills.
- Selected sustainable art materials and recycled items to reduce waste.
Staff officer
HSE
Letterkenny, County Donegal
03.2005 - Current
- Conducted regular staff appraisals for career development opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, promoting a safe and respectful working environment.
- Developed successful workflow strategies, optimising staff allocation and resources.
- Streamlined office procedures to enhance efficiency.
- Assisted in recruitment processes, selecting skilled candidates for various positions.
- Liaised regularly with senior management, facilitating clear communication lines across departments.
- Fostered a positive work environment with open communication channels.
- Handled conflict resolution situations effectively, resulting in an amicable resolution between parties involved.
- Implemented new Electronic patient record system to improve document retrieval times.
- Represented organisation at official occasions and board meetings.
Creative Facilitator
Atlantic Technical University
Litir Ceanain, Co. Donegal
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Plan for project to create interactive Art workshop and collaborative Art installation.
- Successfully delivered on task within tight deadline.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help as required.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Managing People and Mentoring People
ATU
Donegal, County Donegal 09.2015 - 06.2016
Postgraduate Diploma -Teaching Art through Irish - Teaching Art through Irish
NCAD / Gaelchultúr
Dublin 09.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Fine & Applied Arts - Fine Art
University of Ulster
Belfast 09.2004 - 05.2007
Diploma of Higher Education in Irish - Irish Language
University of Ulster
Belfast 09.2005 - 05.2007
Skills
- Mixed-Media application
- Fine arts training
- Art class delivery
- Textile design
- Artistic idea generation
- Monoprints
- Printmaking techniques
- Creative collaboration
- Community art projects
Languages
Irish
Advanced
Timeline
Creative Facilitator
Atlantic Technical University
05.2025 - 09.2025
Artist in residence
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal
03.2025 - Current
Art Teacher Múinteoir Ealaín
Realtaí Ealaíne
09.2018 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Managing People and Mentoring People
ATU
09.2015 - 06.2016
Postgraduate Diploma -Teaching Art through Irish - Teaching Art through Irish
NCAD / Gaelchultúr
09.2011 - 05.2012
Diploma of Higher Education in Irish - Irish Language
University of Ulster
09.2005 - 05.2007
Staff officer
HSE
03.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Fine & Applied Arts - Fine Art
University of Ulster
09.2004 - 05.2007
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