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I am a visual artist and art educator based in Oxford with over 15 years of experience in visual arts and arts education, including illustration, photography, and oil painting. I design and deliver engaging, impactful workshops for diverse audiences. My practice blends cross-media approaches—illustration, photography, and conceptual art—plus plant-based and sustainable photographic techniques and narrative-driven book illustration. I enjoy collaborating with communities to create imaginative visuals that tell meaningful stories.…I am a visual artist and art educator based in Oxford with over 15 years of experience in visual arts and arts education, including illustration, photography, and oil painting. I design and deliver engaging, impactful workshops for diverse audiences. My practice blends cross-media approaches—illustration, photography, and conceptual art—plus plant-based and sustainable photographic techniques and narrative-driven book illustration. I enjoy collaborating with communities to create imaginative visuals that tell meaningful stories.

Luciana Solar

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Illustrator, Photographer, Artist, +1

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I am a visual artist and art educator based in Oxford with over 15 years of experience in visual arts and arts education, including illustration, photography, and oil painting. I design and deliver engaging, impactful workshops for diverse audiences. My practice blends cross-media approaches—illustration, photography, and conceptual art—plus plant-based and sustainable photographic techniques and narrative-driven book illustration. I enjoy collaborating with communities to create imaginative visuals that tell meaningful stories.…I am a visual artist and art educator based in Oxford with over 15 years of experience in visual arts and arts education, including illustration, photography, and oil painting. I design and deliver engaging, impactful workshops for diverse audiences. My practice blends cross-media approaches—illustration, photography, and conceptual art—plus plant-based and sustainable photographic techniques and narrative-driven book illustration. I enjoy collaborating with communities to create imaginative visuals that tell meaningful stories.

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Oxford, United Kingdom

I am a visual artist and art educator based in Oxford with over 15 years of experience in visual arts and arts education, including illustration, photography, and oil painting. I design and deliver engaging, impactful workshops for diverse audiences.

My practice blends cross-media approaches—illustration, photography, and conceptual art—plus plant-based and sustainable photographic techniques and narrative-driven book illustration. I enjoy collaborating with communities to create imaginative visuals that tell meaningful stories.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Art Technician at The Cherwell School

January 1, 2025 - Present

Deliver efficient preparation and setup of materials, tools, and equipment to ensure smooth delivery of Art, Textiles, and Photography lessons. Operate and maintain specialist equipment (e.g., kiln, printing press, sewing machines), enhancing workshop efficiency and safety standards. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, conduct technical demonstrations, and provide hands-on support to staff and students. Streamline resource management by monitoring stock, maintaining inventories, and coordinating timely ordering of supplies. Foster a safe, creative, and well-organised learning environment within the Art Faculty.

Gallery Assistant at Fusion Arts

June 1, 2024 - Present

Supervised the exhibition space, ensuring the security of artworks and providing visitor assistance to enhance the audience experience. Handled gallery keys, managed opening and closing procedures, and adhered to established security protocols. Operated and maintained exhibition technology safely and effectively.

Workshop Facilitator at Festival Jitterbug, Seed Bombs by Fig Studio

June 1, 2024 - Present

Delivered two interactive workshops for children on the topic of seed bombs and insects, as part of the Jitterbug Festival commemorating the 100th anniversary of Kafka’s death. Prepared materials, tools, and workspace, welcoming and engaging participants in an outdoor creative setting. Facilitated hands-on learning at University Parks, Oxford.

Workshop Facilitator at Old Fire Station, Waves of Creativity by Invisibilia Collective

May 1, 2024 - Present

Collaborated with the Invisibilia Collective, a group of women artists, to deliver a mural workshop on the theme of water. Guided participants through a morning of creative activities, integrating music, videos, and painting. Produced a collaborative mural exhibited at the Old Fire Station, promoting community engagement in the arts.

Teaching Assistant at Little Masters Art Club

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Prepared materials and workspaces for Year 1–6 students, supporting individual and group creative activities. Ensured the safety and wellbeing of all participants during art sessions. Organised and tidied classrooms, storing materials and preparing resources for upcoming sessions.

Private Art Teacher at Oxford

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Delivered one-to-one art lessons for children aged 10–13, adapting content to individual learning needs. Designed customised curricula covering drawing, illustration, and portraiture proportions.

Private Spanish Teacher at Oxford

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Delivered one-to-one Spanish lessons for children aged 8–10, tailoring lessons to individual needs. Created curricula exploring Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain and Latin America, focusing on culture and traditions. Incorporated interactive learning activities such as games, role-play, creative writing, and grammar exercises.

Educational Management Project Manager at LP Capacitaciones

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019

Designing course proposals, managing client communications, coordinating courses and seminars, and securing public and private funding. A key achievement was leading the full development of Spanish Outdoor, a Spanish-language academy for international learners, overseeing the project from concept to implementation.

Book Illustrator Artist at Loreto Salinas Artist

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021

Worked as a drawing artist for Chilean author Loreto Salinas, Amanuta Publisher, contributing to three children's scientific illustration books published in multiple South American countries.

Photographer at Bimba&Bimbo Photography

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2019

Photographer, creative director, and provider of photography services. Conceptualising and creating the scene, directing and styling the shoot, capturing high-quality images, and performing detailed post-production and editing. Technical expertise with creative vision to produce visually compelling images tailored to each client’s needs.

Visual Arts Teaching and Design and Technology at Santiago, Chile

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2014

Teacher and form tutor, developing educational programmes tailored to the curriculum and the specific needs of the students. Designed and led extracurricular workshops, organised exhibitions, and worked with upper-level students using project-based methodologies, fostering their creativity and critical thinking skills.

Cultural Management and Workshops at Talleres Integro

January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009

Co-founder of Talleres Integro, leading the creation and delivery of artistic activities, workshops, and art fairs. Conducted workshops in various themes and techniques, coordinated teams for children’s art fairs, and developed activity proposals for municipal and cultural organisations, as well as for private companies.