Neil Johnston
Art Department Faculty: Tenure at Century College- Claim this Profile
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Douglas Koons
Neil Johnston is a superior artist and gifted painter. We represented him for a number of years at The Douglas-Baker Gallery. Our highest profile sale of his work was to 225 South Sixth Street where five paintings are installed in the entrance lobby at 6th Street and 2nd Avenue South as well as the skyway level Main Lobby. His work is a fitting addition to the architectural expression of I. M. Pei who designed the building.
John DuFresne
To know Neil is to know that you can’t be around him without feeling good about him, yourself, wherever you are, and everyone around you. He’s the complete deal. Crazy talented, whippersnapper smart, and a person to depend on to follow through on any endeavor he takes on. Those that work with Neil consider themselves fortunate. Those who are friends of his are even luckier — and he befriends everyone. This endorsement is meant to provide a quick impression on how much I admire and respect Neil (and to help add some color to this LinkedIn profile). But if anyone’s perusing this with any kind of opportunity in mind for Neil, I’d suggest getting on the stick and taking this guy on. Right now. One would regret missing out on a chance to work with Neil. Ask anyone.
Douglas Koons
Neil Johnston is a superior artist and gifted painter. We represented him for a number of years at The Douglas-Baker Gallery. Our highest profile sale of his work was to 225 South Sixth Street where five paintings are installed in the entrance lobby at 6th Street and 2nd Avenue South as well as the skyway level Main Lobby. His work is a fitting addition to the architectural expression of I. M. Pei who designed the building.
John DuFresne
To know Neil is to know that you can’t be around him without feeling good about him, yourself, wherever you are, and everyone around you. He’s the complete deal. Crazy talented, whippersnapper smart, and a person to depend on to follow through on any endeavor he takes on. Those that work with Neil consider themselves fortunate. Those who are friends of his are even luckier — and he befriends everyone. This endorsement is meant to provide a quick impression on how much I admire and respect Neil (and to help add some color to this LinkedIn profile). But if anyone’s perusing this with any kind of opportunity in mind for Neil, I’d suggest getting on the stick and taking this guy on. Right now. One would regret missing out on a chance to work with Neil. Ask anyone.
Douglas Koons
Neil Johnston is a superior artist and gifted painter. We represented him for a number of years at The Douglas-Baker Gallery. Our highest profile sale of his work was to 225 South Sixth Street where five paintings are installed in the entrance lobby at 6th Street and 2nd Avenue South as well as the skyway level Main Lobby. His work is a fitting addition to the architectural expression of I. M. Pei who designed the building.
John DuFresne
To know Neil is to know that you can’t be around him without feeling good about him, yourself, wherever you are, and everyone around you. He’s the complete deal. Crazy talented, whippersnapper smart, and a person to depend on to follow through on any endeavor he takes on. Those that work with Neil consider themselves fortunate. Those who are friends of his are even luckier — and he befriends everyone. This endorsement is meant to provide a quick impression on how much I admire and respect Neil (and to help add some color to this LinkedIn profile). But if anyone’s perusing this with any kind of opportunity in mind for Neil, I’d suggest getting on the stick and taking this guy on. Right now. One would regret missing out on a chance to work with Neil. Ask anyone.
Douglas Koons
Neil Johnston is a superior artist and gifted painter. We represented him for a number of years at The Douglas-Baker Gallery. Our highest profile sale of his work was to 225 South Sixth Street where five paintings are installed in the entrance lobby at 6th Street and 2nd Avenue South as well as the skyway level Main Lobby. His work is a fitting addition to the architectural expression of I. M. Pei who designed the building.
John DuFresne
To know Neil is to know that you can’t be around him without feeling good about him, yourself, wherever you are, and everyone around you. He’s the complete deal. Crazy talented, whippersnapper smart, and a person to depend on to follow through on any endeavor he takes on. Those that work with Neil consider themselves fortunate. Those who are friends of his are even luckier — and he befriends everyone. This endorsement is meant to provide a quick impression on how much I admire and respect Neil (and to help add some color to this LinkedIn profile). But if anyone’s perusing this with any kind of opportunity in mind for Neil, I’d suggest getting on the stick and taking this guy on. Right now. One would regret missing out on a chance to work with Neil. Ask anyone.
Credentials
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Applying the QM Rubric
QM Quality MattersJun, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Century College
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Art Department Faculty: Tenure
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Aug 2006 - Present
Art Department Tenure Faculty: • Teach, develop, and maintain curriculum for classes especially in Foundation Curriculum: Foundation 2D Design, Introduction to Painting, Painting 1 • Create online studio art courses and materials: Introduction to Painting, Foundation 2D Design, Foundation 3D Design, Foundation Drawing 1 utilizing Desire-to-Learn/Brightspace framework • Other class experience: Art History of the Western World 1 and 2(16 semesters), 3D Design(3 semesters) • Work with a team of educators to present foundation-level college art programming to a diverse student population. • Work to follow NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) and FATE (Foundations in Art Theory and Education) guidelines for art education. • Regularly facilitate community discussion on creativity, art and design topics. Faculty Member Leadership Experience: • Past Chair of Fine and Performing Arts • Coordinate and facilitate division meetings • Advise students within the AFA Art Transfer Pathway (Associate of Fine Arts/Fine Art) • Facilitate budget requests, class scheduling, and marketing/recruitment projects • Active participant in college-wide committees (Academic Affairs and Standards Council, College Strategic Planning Committee, Website Re-design, Facilities Oversight Committee)
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Neil Johnston Visual Arts: Paintstew
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Shoreview, MN
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Studio Artist: Painting
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May 1990 - Present
A term may be visual artist, but I mostly think of myself as a facilitator - a maker - of ideas. I am immersed in process. The process of making visual as well as musical experiences for people is very similar for me. However, it is my early experience as a commercial billboard painter that fueled my interest in the meaning of images. It was after that 9 year exploration, that I decided to dedicate my life, and studies, to art-making, and teaching. I am fascinated by how people use, manipulate, and communicate through imagery. Now, I keep an active studio, taking painting commissions and working on several bodies of work. Because of my active studio practice, I have an interest in education, exhibitions, collaboration, and curating. I give artist talks about my work, and the topics that I am researching for my works. I see my teaching career as an extension of my studio work.
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Tim Malloys Music
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Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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Musician
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Mar 1994 - Present
Founding member of the Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN Irish-Rock music group "The Tim Malloys" We have consistently performed regionally since 1994 and have recorded 5 albums of music. Instruments played: Bass Guitar, Bodhran, Vocals, Aux. Percussion, Tuba/Sousaphone, Baritone In addition to performing, I create marketing materials, manage social media, book shows, and coordinate rehearsals. Founding member of the Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN Irish-Rock music group "The Tim Malloys" We have consistently performed regionally since 1994 and have recorded 5 albums of music. Instruments played: Bass Guitar, Bodhran, Vocals, Aux. Percussion, Tuba/Sousaphone, Baritone In addition to performing, I create marketing materials, manage social media, book shows, and coordinate rehearsals.
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White Bear Center for the Arts
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2228 Fourth Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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Director Emeritus, WBCA Board Member
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Oct 2007 - Dec 2016
Emeritus member of the WBCA Board of Directors WBCA is the only non-profit arts organization in the Greater Northeast Metro area that provides a broad range of art classes and programs for children, adults, and families. View the gallery, walk the labyrinth of have a cup of coffee in the library. Attend a lecture or join a group, you’ll find a way to connect to WBCA. WBCA educates new and established artists, cultivates the understanding of art in many forms, and celebrates the joys of art. Emeritus member of the WBCA Board of Directors WBCA is the only non-profit arts organization in the Greater Northeast Metro area that provides a broad range of art classes and programs for children, adults, and families. View the gallery, walk the labyrinth of have a cup of coffee in the library. Attend a lecture or join a group, you’ll find a way to connect to WBCA. WBCA educates new and established artists, cultivates the understanding of art in many forms, and celebrates the joys of art.
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College of Visual Arts
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Adjunct Instructor
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2000 - 2006
Adjunct Instructor of Art related classes.• Present the following classes: Painting 1, Drawing 1, 2D Design, Color Theory• Develop and maintain curriculum to reflect the changing nature of these fields of study.• Work with a team of educators to present foundation-level college art programming.• Work to follow NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) and FATE (Foundations in Art Theory and Education) guidelines for art education.
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Gallery Preparator/Coordinator
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1998 - 2002
Served as the CVA gallery preparator, and later as interim director.Arranged and installed exhibitions in an academic fine art gallery. Yearly exhibitions included: Graduation exhibition, Foundation exhibition, Faculty exhibition, visiting artist exhibition.
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Education
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1999 - 2001
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Master of Fine Arts, Visual Studies: Painting -
1995 - 1999
The College of Visual Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Painting
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