Hi, I’m Emilie Scalise, a Columbus-based artist and author blending drawing, painting, and graphic design. I grew up in Smyrna, Georgia, and I’m passionate about creating work that ranges from intimate studio drawings to public murals and children’s books. I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a thesis focus in drawing and graphic design at Columbus State University. My work has been shown in venues like the Illges Gallery and the Bo Bartlett Center, and I’ve earned honors including a SRACE grant for my thesis and a Silver ADDY award, as well as recognition as a delegate at the Congress of Future Medical Leaders.…

Emilie Scalise

Hi, I’m Emilie Scalise, a Columbus-based artist and author blending drawing, painting, and graphic design. I grew up in Smyrna, Georgia, and I’m passionate about creating work that ranges from intimate studio drawings to public murals and children’s books. I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a thesis focus in drawing and graphic design at Columbus State University. My work has been shown in venues like the Illges Gallery and the Bo Bartlett Center, and I’ve earned honors including a SRACE grant for my thesis and a Silver ADDY award, as well as recognition as a delegate at the Congress of Future Medical Leaders.…

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Hi, I’m Emilie Scalise, a Columbus-based artist and author blending drawing, painting, and graphic design. I grew up in Smyrna, Georgia, and I’m passionate about creating work that ranges from intimate studio drawings to public murals and children’s books.

I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a thesis focus in drawing and graphic design at Columbus State University. My work has been shown in venues like the Illges Gallery and the Bo Bartlett Center, and I’ve earned honors including a SRACE grant for my thesis and a Silver ADDY award, as well as recognition as a delegate at the Congress of Future Medical Leaders.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-founder, VP, Social Media Manager at Strides For Survivors
January 1, 2017 - Present
Co-founded the organization and led social media strategy and outreach.
Senior Staff Member at Bareware Pottery & Craft Studio, LLC
January 1, 2023 - Present
Senior staff member contributing to pottery and craft studio operations.
Senior Project Mentor at Columbus High School
January 1, 2024 - Present
Mentor for Columbus High School senior projects in art and design.
Graphic Design Internship at The Rally Foundation
June 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Graphic design internship supporting fundraising initiatives.
Mural Painter at Self-Employed / Private & Business Commissions
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Mural painting and private/business commissions for schools, businesses, and individuals.
Independent Study / Internship at TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Center
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
Independent study/internship related to art outreach and community engagement.
Children’s Book Author/Illustrator at Palmetto Publishing
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Two-time published children’s book author and illustrator.
Children’s Book Author/Illustrator at Palmetto Publishing
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Two-time published children’s book author and illustrator.
Mural Painting at Private and Business Commissions
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Mural painting for private and business commissions.
Mural Painting at The Galloway School
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Mural painting project at The Galloway School.
Event Independent Study / Internship at TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Center
March 1, 2021 - Present
Event independent study / internship conducted in March 2021.
Mural Painting at Ntensity Fitness
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Mural artwork for Ntensity Fitness (2023).
Author/Illustrator at Palmetto Publishing
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Children’s book author and illustrator published with Palmetto Publishing (2022).
Author/Illustrator at Palmetto Publishing
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Continued work as a children’s book author/illustrator (2025).
Mural Painter at Private and Business Commissions
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Mural painting for private residences and business clients.
Mural Painter at Private Commissions
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Private mural projects and window art for Rev Coffee and other clients during 2024-25.
Independent Study/Internship at TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Center
March 1, 2021 - Present
Independent study/internship contributing to art-related outreach and clinical projects.
Mural Painter at The Galloway School
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Mural painting project completed at The Galloway School in 2023.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Columbus State University
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
BFA at Columbus State University
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
BFA (in progress) at Columbus State University
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Qualifications

Silver ADDY Award (American Advertising Awards) - Student Division
January 1, 2024 - May 20, 2026
They Believed They Could, So They Did Award
January 1, 2024 - May 20, 2026
Silver ADDY Award (Student Division) - They Believed They Could, So They Did
January 1, 2024 - May 20, 2026
Delegate representing Georgia at 2021 Congress of Future Medical Leaders
January 1, 2021 - May 20, 2026
SRACE Grant for thesis exhibition
January 1, 2026 - May 20, 2026
SRACE grant 2026 (in support of thesis exhibition)
January 1, 2026 - May 27, 2026
Silver ADDY award winner
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
They Believed They Could, So They Did Award
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Delegate representing Georgia at Congress of Future Medical Leaders
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail

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