Shona Findlay

Curator of Asia Programs at Kadist Art Foundation
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(386) 825-5501
Location
US
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Mandarin Elementary proficiency

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Experience

    • United States
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Curator of Asia Programs
      • Sep 2019 - Present

    • Assistant Curator of Asia Programs
      • Apr 2018 - Sep 2019

    • Netherlands
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Curatorial Programme Participant
      • Aug 2016 - Jun 2017

      One of six participants, chosen by a jury of leaders in their field, to join a 10-month programme in Amsterdam involving full immersion in the local scene with de Appel as an institutional base. Following a rich curriculum intended to provide direct insight into the work of artists as well as the building of institutions and communities. De Appel is one of the first curatorial programmes in the world for motivated individuals from different social and cultural backgrounds, who seek experience in the collective activity of making art public.

    • Curatorial Assistant/Acting Curator, Residencies
      • Aug 2014 - Aug 2016

      Founding team of the NTU CCA Singapore and established a new residencies program that hosted up to 7 artists and curators at a time. Managed all administrative and operational aspects of the Residencies program including fundraising and grant writing. Established curatorial frameworks, curated regular exhibitions and programs, and provided curatorial and research support for Artists and Curators-in-Residence on the program. Conducted interviews with Artists and Curators-in-Residence, archiving, documentation to provide access to artistic research.

    • United States
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Project Manager – UBS Solomon. R Guggenheim MAP exhibition
      • Mar 2014 - Aug 2014

      Project manager for the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative (MAP) collaboration between the Guggenheim and UBS that enhanced access to and understanding of global contemporary art. Managed all aspects of the major, large-scale, traveling exhibition comprising works by 18 international contemporary artists. Project manager for the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative (MAP) collaboration between the Guggenheim and UBS that enhanced access to and understanding of global contemporary art. Managed all aspects of the major, large-scale, traveling exhibition comprising works by 18 international contemporary artists.

    • Arts Manager
      • 2013 - 2014

      Freelance arts manager including artist studio management, artwork production, press and communications, contract negotiations and more.

    • Set & Prop Stylist
      • 2013 - 2014

      Set design and creative styling including art direction, set design, and prop styling for photography and video. Clients include SingaporesBrides, Ziggy Magazine, The Sam Willows, Children's wear brands, and more.

    • Gallery Manager
      • 2013 - 2014

      Oversaw strategic development for the opening of a new gallery in Singapore. Negotiated leases, contractors, conducted research into collectors, press, and client liaisons. Attend oversees art fair and oversee logistical aspects. Oversaw strategic development for the opening of a new gallery in Singapore. Negotiated leases, contractors, conducted research into collectors, press, and client liaisons. Attend oversees art fair and oversee logistical aspects.

    • France
    • Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Visual Arts Researcher
      • 2013 - 2014

      Conducted research into the Singapore visual arts scene for the Louis Vuitton City Guide Singapore Conducted research into the Singapore visual arts scene for the Louis Vuitton City Guide Singapore

    • Singapore
    • Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Marketing Executive
      • Sep 2011 - Mar 2013

      Marketing and public relations for up-and-coming Singaporean artisanal jewelry designer. Marketing and public relations for up-and-coming Singaporean artisanal jewelry designer.

    • Artists and Writers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Gallery Assistant
      • 2009 - 2010

      Provided vast administrative support, gallery invigilation, coordinated openings and events including a high-profile public liaison. Provided vast administrative support, gallery invigilation, coordinated openings and events including a high-profile public liaison.

Education

  • De Appel
    Curatorial Programme, Curatorial Studies
    2016 - 2017
  • Goldsmiths College, U. of London
    BA (Hons) Fine Art & History of Art, Fine Art & History of Art
    2007 - 2011
  • United World College of South East Asia
    International Baccalaureate
    1998 - 2007

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