Enjoy my interpretation of fluidity and exploration of art
Welcome
ABOUT THE ARTIST
My name is Keagan Polentz, and I am a ceramic artist who explores the intersection of ceramic sculptures and my personal journey with dyslexia. As a 2024 graduate from Lewis & Clark College with degrees in psychology and studio art, I seek to challenge traditional notions of art and education through my work. My sculptures are a reflection of my own struggles with dyslexia and serve as a medium for self-expression and exploration. I aim to create pieces that invite the viewer to consider the complexities of learning differences and the unique perspectives they offer. Through my art, I hope to spark conversations about the importance of neurodiversity and the value of creative expression in the face of adversity.
PORTFOLIO
MALLEABLE BODY CERAMICS
CV
EDUCATION
Lewis and Clark College, BFA, 2019-24
VOLUNTEER
Empty Bowl Portland, Portland, OR
2022 - 2024
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Organized school events where students collaborated in designing and creating ceramic bowls
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Facilitated trimming, glazing, and firing processes for all bowls
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Coordinated the donation of the bowls to Neighborhood House for the Empty Bowl Fundraiser
Art For Social Change, Lewis & Clark College (Art Therapy Graduate School), Portland, OR
Fall 2023 - Current
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Developed communication skills while working with community leaders in a goal-oriented non-profit organization
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Collaborated with local organizations to promote the use of art in social justice practices
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Participated in collaborative goal-setting processes
Open Art Studio, Lewis & Clark College (Art Therapy Graduate School) Portland, OR
Spring 2023 and Fall 2023
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Organized art supplies for an open studio space to foster community engagement
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Participated in art therapy open studio sessions, collaborating with the community with a focus on social justice
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Recycled dried-out clay for studio space, granting the community access to repurposed supplies
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Demonstrated organization skills by assisting in the setup of a new studio space for collaboration with the Portland community
WORK EXPERIENCE
AppyHere, San Carlos, CA
Spring 2022
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Collaborated with the company creator to develop an ideal app layout
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Designed an app layout using Adobe software
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Created image plans for the app design team to utilize
Art Academia, San Mateo, CA
June 2018 - August 2018
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Developed and implemented curriculum for ceramics classes focused on hand-built sculptures, hollow structures, clay types, and classifications
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Assisted in implementing curriculum for painting classes, covering landscape, underwater sensory, 3-D objects, and still life
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Assisted in implementing curriculum for charcoal drawing classes
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Headteacher for childcare (morning, afternoon, and after class)
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Worked with 15 kids aged 4-12
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EXHIBITIONS
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Covid19.watzekdi.net “Quarantine Art”, 2020-2022
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Bodies of Knowledge: Gender Studies Symposium Art Exhibit, Portland, OR, March 2023
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Squeeze, Ronna and Eric Hoffman Gallery of Contemporary Art, April-May 2024