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Donia Kristy

Visual Artist | Creative Director | Art Instructor | Curator
Miami-born Haitian American Artist based in Tampa, FL

Phone:

347-951-8739

Email:

Address:

Tampa, FL 33647

CORE SKILLS

  • Acrylic, Charcoal & Oil Painting

  • Art Instruction & Workshop Facilitation

  • Creative Direction

  • Event Planning & Hosting

  • Artist Management

  • Curation (Art, Performances, Creative Events)

  • Talent Coordination

  • Community Engagement

  • Collaborative Project Leadership

  • Commissioned Artwork & Custom Illustrations

Work Experience

Creative Director & Co-Owner – The Creative Lounge

June 2021 – Nov 2022 | Tampa, FL

  • Co-owned a collaborative creative space supporting local artists.

  • Managed and coordinated talent across multiple art disciplines.

  • Guided painting classes and group workshops.

  • Curated art installations, exhibitions, and creative showcases.

  • Planned, organized, and hosted events such as paint nights, pop-ups, and artist meetups.

  • Supported community-building initiatives and provided resources for emerging artists.

Commissioned Artist – “The Color Purple” Showing

Sept 2022 | Tampa, FL

  • Created a custom series of artworks for a special screening of The Color Purple.

  • Delivered themed pieces that aligned with the narrative and cultural significance of the production.

Lead Art Instructor – The Melting Pot Paint & Sip

Nov 2023 – Dec 2023 | Tampa, FL

  • Designed original paintings for bi-weekly paint-and-sip events.

  • Taught groups of 10–20 participants step-by-step painting techniques.

  • Helped increase restaurant engagement and revenue through creative programming.

Art Curator & Talent Coordinator – Tampa Gala

Feb 2023 | Tampa, FL

  • Auctioned original artworks at a high-profile community gala.

  • Recruited and coordinated additional Tampa-based artists to participate.

  • Assisted in event aesthetics, presentation, and flow.

Featured Artist – Macy’s Black History Month Fashion Show

Feb 2023 | Tampa, FL

  • Presented original artwork at a Macy’s fashion show celebrating Black History Month.

  • Collaborated with designers and event organizers to integrate visual art into the show’s narrative.

Exhibiting Artist – Art Basel Miami

Dec 2023 & Dec 2024 | Miami, FL

  • Submitted and sold original artworks at Art Basel Miami.

  • Engaged with collectors, curators, and creative professionals.

  • Expanded visibility within national and international art communities.

Creative Curator & Visual Artist – Content Creator Awards

Dec 2023 | Tampa, FL

  • Displayed original artwork at the annual Content Creator Awards.

  • Helped curate a live performance piece as part of the event program.

  • Collaborated with performers, organizers, and visual artists to shape the creative direction.

Creative Manager – Independent Creative Collective

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | Tampa, FL

  • Managed a team of musicians, visual artists, and creators.

  • Provided project direction, scheduling, branding support, and professional guidance.

  • Coordinated collaborations and secured creative opportunities for talent.

EXHIBITIONS & SHOWINGS

  • Miami Art Basel (2023, 2024)

  • Macy’s Black History Month Fashion Show (2023)

  • Tampa Gala (2023)

  • The Color Purple Film Showing (2022)

COMMISSIONS & PROJECTS

  • The Color Purple Commissioned Series

  • Multiple murals, paintings & illustrations for Tampa businesses

  • Private commissions across multiple mediums

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