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Kala Johnson
Digital Painting

2D Artist with a passion for visual development. Animation graduate.

Biography

My name is Kala Johnson and I'm an independent artist who loves working with children. I’ve enjoyed working as an arts and crafts teacher in many different communities for seven years and it has been a joy introducing the youth to many different forms of art. Influencing young minds has led me to want to venture further into many different avenues of art. Children often share their interests with me regarding their favorite Tv shows, books, and even graphic clothing styles. This has inspired me to want to pursue animation and other artistic fields to be a part of the media that they love to share with others. Over the years I have obtained a Master’s Degree in 2D Animation, a Bachelor's Degree in 2D Animation. I've been searching to find my passion and place within in the animation industry.

Skills

Roles

  • Advanced
  • Advanced
  • Basic
  • Basic

Technical Skills

  • Advanced

Work Experience

2017 – 2022

Illustrator

Freelance (Remote)
Worked with clients to develop original illustration, graphics, animations, and marketing materials.

2021 – 2021

Storyboard Mentee

Women in Animation (Remote)
Accepted by Women in Animation to be taught by Mark Simon in a mentorship program to enhance my knowledge in storyboarding.

2017 – 2021

Art Teacher

Boys and Girls Club (Slidell)
Worked with students of all ages providing instructions for various arts and crafts projects. Collaborated with team leaders to identify and shape curriculum.

2019 – 2019

Children's book Illustrator

United Nations (Washington )
Created a disease awareness children’s book for the United Nation’s Shot At Life Program.

2018 – 2019

Artist Intern

Urban Fellowship Program (Memphis)
Developed an academic art book for community center students as part of the Memphis Urban Fellowship Program.

2018 – 2018

Children's Book Author/ Illustrator

Lebonheur Children’s Hospital (Memphis)
Illustrated a children's book that teaches children how to balance their meals when diagnosed with diabetes.

Education

2019 – 2021

Master of Arts in Animation and Visual Effects

Academy of Art University

Animation

2017 – 2020

Bachelors of Fine Arts in Fine Arts and Animation

Memphis College of Art

Animation