I'm a 38-year-old South African-born, Irish passport holder working as a graphic designer, illustrator, visual artist, and muralist. I also explore music and education, with a playful, fashion-forward spirit and a goal of making people smile through art and humor. I’ve built a diverse practice that includes yearbooks, newsletters, banners, promotional items, stationery, brochures, event leaflets, branding, logos, and fashion exhibitions. I love teaching music in low-income districts and collaborating on creative projects that connect communities through visuals and sound.

Tammie Ann Barne

I'm a 38-year-old South African-born, Irish passport holder working as a graphic designer, illustrator, visual artist, and muralist. I also explore music and education, with a playful, fashion-forward spirit and a goal of making people smile through art and humor. I’ve built a diverse practice that includes yearbooks, newsletters, banners, promotional items, stationery, brochures, event leaflets, branding, logos, and fashion exhibitions. I love teaching music in low-income districts and collaborating on creative projects that connect communities through visuals and sound.

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I’m a 38-year-old South African-born, Irish passport holder working as a graphic designer, illustrator, visual artist, and muralist. I also explore music and education, with a playful, fashion-forward spirit and a goal of making people smile through art and humor.

I’ve built a diverse practice that includes yearbooks, newsletters, banners, promotional items, stationery, brochures, event leaflets, branding, logos, and fashion exhibitions. I love teaching music in low-income districts and collaborating on creative projects that connect communities through visuals and sound.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

One-to-One Mentor
September 30, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Providing tailored mentorship and academic coaching to SEN students, focusing on confidence-building, study strategies, and subject-specific guidance to enhance performance and personal growth.
Editorial Artist / Photo-editor / Creative Direction at Accha Fashion & Travel, London
March 1, 2023 - Present
Plan and illustrate travel book layouts, considering arrangement, text size, style, and related aesthetics; obtain final approval by preparing layouts and ensuring print readiness.
Team Leader and Creative Specialist at National Autistic Society, Kent
September 30, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Plan and facilitate weekly creative art and sensory activities for autistic adults; coordinate, support, and manage an internal team of support workers.
Educator, Activities & Excursions Leader at UK Language Courses (UKLC)
August 31, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Two-month summer program teaching art and drama to Italian students, while touring major attractions in London and the North of England.
Facilitator at Studio Upstairs, Seasons Art & Private Teaching
February 28, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Assisting novice adult artists and artists with mental health in developing their collections.
Project Manager at Creative Inspired Workshops, London
September 30, 2022 - October 25, 2025
Created and oversaw five creative art and well-being workshops for bankers; designed corporate identity, website, social media development, artist training, and all administrative activities.
Commissioned Artist & Designer at Château Gâteaux, Johannesburg, South Africa
April 30, 2022 - October 25, 2025
Delivered 12 public art commissions for coffee shops, and designed coffee machine prints and customised cake templates for online/digital retailers.
Educator and Artist in Residence at Amphitheatre Lodge, South Africa
December 31, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Murals and renovations around the resort; educator for two teenage boys with learning disabilities during Covid, with broader responsibilities in events and guest assistance.
Head of Visual Arts at Sacred Heart Convent School, Bangkok, Thailand
November 30, 2020 - October 25, 2025
Curriculum design, teaching and assessment for Year 1-12; program development and fostering an inclusive classroom that encourages creative expression.
Year 4 Educator at Sarasas School, Bangkok
May 31, 2018 - October 25, 2025
Teaching all academic subjects to a class of 32 pupils; responsible for annual theatre productions and prop design for events.
TESOL Educator at Media Kids, Nong Khai, Thailand
October 31, 2016 - October 25, 2025
Teaching English to Thai primary school students in rural Thailand.
Fine Dining Server (working holiday) at Sailfish Point Country Club, Florida, USA
June 30, 2016 - October 25, 2025
Full-time server supporting set-up costs for travel; developed guest service and teamwork skills.
Marketing Assistant & In-house Graphic Designer at Northlands Girls' High School, South Africa
December 31, 2016 - October 25, 2025
In-house design and photography, social media management, event planning, branding, newsletters, website, brochures, and campaigns.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Angular Publication, South Africa
January 1, 2012 - October 25, 2025
Photo editing, magazine layout design and proofreading.
Junior Graphic Designer at Marrot & Sanders Advertising Firm, South Africa
December 31, 2010 - October 25, 2025
Creative direction and advertising campaigns for TV commercials and corporate branding.
Co-founder & Designer at Harmony Music Foundation (NPO), Cape Town, South Africa
December 31, 2014 - October 25, 2025
Pro bono initiative providing music education to youth in disadvantaged communities.
Event Organiser and Graphic Designer at Spogweni Music Festival, Durban, South Africa
December 31, 2012 - October 25, 2025
Artist liaison, logo design and branding; organizer and judge for Battle of the Bands.

Education

National Diploma at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
National Diploma in Graphic Design at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Bachelor's Degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (in progress) at Siam Technology College, Bangkok, Thailand
January 1, 2018 - October 25, 2025

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
150 Hours Master TEFL certified
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
TEFL / 120 Hours
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Autism Awareness Training
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Mental Health First Aid
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Safeguarding and Child Protection
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
SEN/D Support Strategies
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Curriculum Design and Development
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Event Planning and Workshop Facilitation
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
Leadership and Team Management
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2025
TEFL Certification - 150 Hours Master TEFL
January 1, 2018 - October 25, 2025
TEFL Certification - 120 Hours
January 1, 2020 - October 25, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet