Hi! I'm Kyaw Lwin Ko, also known as Rio. I'm an outgoing and friendly artist with a strong passion for painting and teaching art. I love helping students explore their creativity and develop their unique artistic styles. With several years of experience both as an art instructor and a professional painter, I'm eager to continue fostering artistic growth in others. Aside from teaching, I have experience managing projects, particularly in interior design, where I coordinate materials, schedules, and communication to ensure successful completions. I'm always excited to connect with new people and share my passion for art and creativity.

Kyaw Lwin Ko @ Rio

Hi! I'm Kyaw Lwin Ko, also known as Rio. I'm an outgoing and friendly artist with a strong passion for painting and teaching art. I love helping students explore their creativity and develop their unique artistic styles. With several years of experience both as an art instructor and a professional painter, I'm eager to continue fostering artistic growth in others. Aside from teaching, I have experience managing projects, particularly in interior design, where I coordinate materials, schedules, and communication to ensure successful completions. I'm always excited to connect with new people and share my passion for art and creativity.

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Hi! I’m Kyaw Lwin Ko, also known as Rio. I’m an outgoing and friendly artist with a strong passion for painting and teaching art. I love helping students explore their creativity and develop their unique artistic styles. With several years of experience both as an art instructor and a professional painter, I’m eager to continue fostering artistic growth in others.

Aside from teaching, I have experience managing projects, particularly in interior design, where I coordinate materials, schedules, and communication to ensure successful completions. I’m always excited to connect with new people and share my passion for art and creativity.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced
Burmese
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Instructor at F&R Studio
February 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025
Developed a comprehensive art curriculum that included a variety of painting techniques and concepts. Conducted engaging and interactive painting classes with step-by-step demonstrations and individualized instructions. Encouraged students to develop their creativity and unique artistic styles. Organized student art exhibitions to showcase work and boost confidence. Collaborated with other instructors to provide progress reports and discuss students' artistic development.
Painter at Felix & Rio – F&R
March 1, 2018 - April 27, 2024
Participated in local art shows and exhibitions, earning positive recognition for artistic skill and creativity. Worked closely with clients to understand their artistic vision and deliver customized artwork. Maintained a professional studio environment and organized art supplies and materials.
Project Manager at Kukbo (Interior Design)
April 1, 2016 - March 31, 2018
Managed working hours for office staff and responded promptly to critical correspondence, fostering positive and professional relationships. Delivered monthly project reports on time. Coordinated material receipt, inspection, storage, and delivery to site. Worked with manufacturing to ensure timely material delivery. Oversaw pre-installation inspection of work areas to ensure readiness and participated in commissioning and equipment testing.

Education

Communication Design BA at University of Europe for Applied Science
March 1, 2025 - February 29, 2028
Bachelor of Engineering at Meik Htila, Mandalay
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

Civil Project Engineering Training
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Floral painting workshop on the book cover and book binding workshop.
    illustrator
    paper Wall Painting for a dental clinic.
    As a dental clinic. some kid are really scare to do some dental things in the clinic. I painted on the wall for the kids who are coming to the clinic to feel relax and get overwhelmed. And also made to get a fun environment.
    paper caricature painting to the customers who come to the cafe.
    I made caricature painting to the customers who came to a popular cafe. If the customer enjoy the limited menu from the cafe, they gonna get free caricature painting for free. I was an artist there at a corner for some limited amount of custumer.
    paper Tote Bag Painting Workshop
    I made a caricature painting and relaxing workshop at a popular cafe at my country. The workshop was gathering a group of people at the cafe and make painting on canvas tote bags. I instructed and told how to paint on fabric and help them to draw to get a perfect final finished. The workshop could join people who don't even know how to draw. Because it was a relaxing and fun workshop, everybody can enjoy in painting.