I am a passionate fine artist highly skilled across various mediums including drawing, painting, and sculpting. My creativity is driven by continued dedication and diligence, supported by a resourceful and meticulous approach. Currently, I am pursuing careers in Art, Aquaculture, and Entrepreneurship. I have a strong interest in fine art and photography, and I am actively involved in the aquaculture sector by managing an aquaponics farm as a long-term investment towards establishing a registered company. I am currently applying for a BA in Fine Art Special at The University of the West Indies and continuously looking to refine my craft and expand my professional experience.…

Tristen Maharaj-Sookdeo

I am a passionate fine artist highly skilled across various mediums including drawing, painting, and sculpting. My creativity is driven by continued dedication and diligence, supported by a resourceful and meticulous approach. Currently, I am pursuing careers in Art, Aquaculture, and Entrepreneurship. I have a strong interest in fine art and photography, and I am actively involved in the aquaculture sector by managing an aquaponics farm as a long-term investment towards establishing a registered company. I am currently applying for a BA in Fine Art Special at The University of the West Indies and continuously looking to refine my craft and expand my professional experience.…

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I am a passionate fine artist highly skilled across various mediums including drawing, painting, and sculpting. My creativity is driven by continued dedication and diligence, supported by a resourceful and meticulous approach. Currently, I am pursuing careers in Art, Aquaculture, and Entrepreneurship.

I have a strong interest in fine art and photography, and I am actively involved in the aquaculture sector by managing an aquaponics farm as a long-term investment towards establishing a registered company. I am currently applying for a BA in Fine Art Special at The University of the West Indies and continuously looking to refine my craft and expand my professional experience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer at Virtual Concierge
December 31, 2025 - August 7, 2025
Worked as a photographer capturing various types of images and supporting the virtual concierge business.
Freelance Fine Artist
December 31, 2025 - August 7, 2025
Executed illustration, painting, and sculpting projects for various clients on a freelance basis.
Aquatic Livestock Technician at Petland Pet Store
January 1, 2023 - Present
Managed aquatic livestock care and maintenance, contributing to the overall health and wellbeing of aquatic animals.
Agriculture Business Associate at KVertipro
December 31, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Supported agricultural business operations contributing to farming and production activities.

Education

CXC Ordinary Level (General) at Debe Secondary
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Certificate – Tropical Aquaculture Production and Management at University of the West Indies
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

CXC Ordinary Level (General)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Certificate – Tropical Aquaculture Production and Management
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Agriculture & Mining, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Other
    uniE621 Worn scilence
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    uniE621 Smoke break
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