Daisy Mitchell

Daisy Mitchell

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  • About me

    Art Handling Technician

  • Education

    • Sandringham Secondary School

      2010 - 2017

      A Level Results: Fine Art (A), Sociology (A*), English Literature (A), EPQ (A)

    • University of Leeds

      2018 - 2021
      Bachelor's degree Fine Art 2:1

      Dissertation: ‘‘She liked to think of herself as a painter first, not as a woman painter’ At a time where gender inequalities were prevalent, how did the female Abstract Expressionists Elaine de Kooning, Lee Krasner and Grace Hartigan manage to exceed the limitations of this male dominated profession?’- Analysed my chosen artists activity during the Abstract Expressionist movement. Understood how each artist exceeded the limitations of the structural inequalities of gender in… Show more Dissertation: ‘‘She liked to think of herself as a painter first, not as a woman painter’ At a time where gender inequalities were prevalent, how did the female Abstract Expressionists Elaine de Kooning, Lee Krasner and Grace Hartigan manage to exceed the limitations of this male dominated profession?’- Analysed my chosen artists activity during the Abstract Expressionist movement. Understood how each artist exceeded the limitations of the structural inequalities of gender in society.- Interrogated how feminist narratives have argued that female artists have historically been overlooked.- Showed how they were instrumental rather than passive in the development of Abstract Expressionism.Art Power and Portraiture:- Explored how portraiture raises fundamental questions about status, identity, and gender.- Studied social functions of portraiture imagery, its patronage, and patterns of allegiance.- Learned about stately, royal, and country houses and the art displayed inside. Show less

    • Oaklands College

      2017 - 2018
      Foundation Diploma Fine art Merit

      The multidisciplinary structure of the course enabled me to experiment in working with mediums such as ceramics, fine art, graphic design, printmaking, life drawing, photography and 3D design. It also strengthened my knowledge of art history.

    • Leeds Arts University

      2021 - 2022
      Master of Fine Arts - MFA Pass (course was pass or fail)

      Dissertation: ‘The Relationship Between Art and Pornography: Exploring artists who used sexuality as a theme in their practice’- Historical analysis of the relationship between art and pornography using a chronological approach dating from the 16th century to now.- Examining a range of artists who use themes of sexuality, and the motives behind their practice, from feminist, to fighting societal censorship to personal interest.The Encounter:- Created an advanced and resolved… Show more Dissertation: ‘The Relationship Between Art and Pornography: Exploring artists who used sexuality as a theme in their practice’- Historical analysis of the relationship between art and pornography using a chronological approach dating from the 16th century to now.- Examining a range of artists who use themes of sexuality, and the motives behind their practice, from feminist, to fighting societal censorship to personal interest.The Encounter:- Created an advanced and resolved body of work suitable for public exhibition.- Expressed the critical, theoretical, and material outcomes of my art, and how it encounters the public.- Creative use of concepts and research to support my practice. Show less

  • Experience

    • Kingfisher Event Caterers

      Jan 2016 - Sept 2016
      Catering Assistant
    • Waitrose & Partners

      Nov 2016 - Jan 2019
      Supermarket Assistant
    • Carpenters Nursery

      May 2019 - Oct 2023
      Cafe Worker
    • Leeds Marriott Hotel

      Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
      Casual Events Worker
    • OVO

      May 2023 - Oct 2023
      Backstage Worker at the Roman Theatre
    • Artiq

      Oct 2023 - Mar 2024
      Art Handling Technician
    • Bonhams

      May 2024 - now
      Art Handler
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Silver

      The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
      Jun 2016
    • Grade 4 Piano

      ABRSM
      May 2013
    • Bronze

      The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
      Jun 2015
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Backstage Theatre Volunteer

      Issued by Abbey Theatre St Albans on Jan 2023
      Abbey Theatre St AlbansAssociated with Daisy Mitchell
    • Shop Assistant

      Issued by Oxfam on Mar 2015
      OxfamAssociated with Daisy Mitchell
    • Student Leader

      Issued by University of Leeds on Sept 2019
      University of LeedsAssociated with Daisy Mitchell