I am a multidisciplinary artist, designer, photographer and educator who has freelanced internationally since 2004. I create paintings, drawings, sculpture, murals, concept art, 3D models, and visual storytelling for clients, museums, and publications, while developing personal projects and mentoring students. I’m excited by collaborative processes that fuse cultural perspectives with imaginative problem-solving, and I enjoy building strong studio practices and meaningful relationships with students and clients. I love guiding others through artistic exploration and professional practice, from oil painting and drawing to digital concept work and design. My goal is to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and inclusive learning environments, while producing work that reflects historical and contemporary worldviews and invites dialogue.…

Adam Carnes

I am a multidisciplinary artist, designer, photographer and educator who has freelanced internationally since 2004. I create paintings, drawings, sculpture, murals, concept art, 3D models, and visual storytelling for clients, museums, and publications, while developing personal projects and mentoring students. I’m excited by collaborative processes that fuse cultural perspectives with imaginative problem-solving, and I enjoy building strong studio practices and meaningful relationships with students and clients. I love guiding others through artistic exploration and professional practice, from oil painting and drawing to digital concept work and design. My goal is to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and inclusive learning environments, while producing work that reflects historical and contemporary worldviews and invites dialogue.…

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I am a multidisciplinary artist, designer, photographer and educator who has freelanced internationally since 2004. I create paintings, drawings, sculpture, murals, concept art, 3D models, and visual storytelling for clients, museums, and publications, while developing personal projects and mentoring students. I’m excited by collaborative processes that fuse cultural perspectives with imaginative problem-solving, and I enjoy building strong studio practices and meaningful relationships with students and clients.

I love guiding others through artistic exploration and professional practice, from oil painting and drawing to digital concept work and design. My goal is to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and inclusive learning environments, while producing work that reflects historical and contemporary worldviews and invites dialogue.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Fine Arts Teacher at Tulsa School of Arts and Sciences
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2026
Instructed Oil Painting/3D Art/Mixed Media/Drawing 2/Art Foundations/8th Grade Art/6th Grade Art classes. Created/developed/fundraised Oil Painting Program. Fundraised 3D Department equipment. Emphasized Elements of Art/Principles of Design/grade level vocabulary/critiques. Demonstrated various materials/techniques/artistic literacy standards/4 artistic processes: creative process/production/cultural and historical perspectives/aesthetic response and critiqued methodologies. Organized socially/culturally conscious collaborations. Daily drawing prompts. Exhibited student art. Developed meaningful relationships and stressed professional practice. Partnered with students/parents. Promoted inclusive learning environment and social/emotional intelligence.
Fine Arts Teacher at McLain High School of Science and Technology
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Instructed 9th through 12th grade: Art 1/Art 2/Studio Art classes. Emphasized Elements of Art/Principles of Design/grade level vocabulary/critiques. Demonstrated various materials/techniques/artistic literacy standards/4 artistic processes: creative process/production/cultural and historical perspectives/aesthetic response and critiqued methodologies. Organized socially/culturally conscious collaborations. Exhibited student art. Utilized Canvas/Zoom remote learning platform. Developed meaningful relationships and stressed professional practice. Partnered with students/parents.
Adjunct Professor at Tulsa Community College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Instructed Art Foundations: 2-D Design/Art Appreciation classes. Taught principle elements of two-dimensional design. Emphasized value scale/color theory/contemporary art making/community dialogue. Critiqued student work/theory. Created/developed curriculum. Employed practical/professional practices. Employed daily sketchbook practice. Demonstrated creative process through assignments/fundamental art making techniques. Museum/gallery/studio field trips. Instructed art history/contemporary culture. Introduced students to critical discourse through journal exercises.
Studio Manager/Artist Assistant at Red Grooms Studio
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Assisted with artwork production/conceptualization. Managed studio/contractors and designed/developed studio space. Produced/designed large-scale exhibition pieces and murals. Fabricated frame molding and framed/crated/packaged/shipped/delivered artwork. Stretched canvas and fabricated various painting substrates. Designed/produced high-end shelving/cabinets/precision carpentry. Corresponded/scheduled clients, cleaned/organized studio.
Teaching Assistant at MFA Program, New York Academy of Art
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Supported Steven Assael’s Drawing 3/Costume Painting, Margaret Bowland’s Drawing At The Brooklyn Museum, Dan Thompson’s Drawing 1. Setup model/costume/environment/lighting and timed poses. Demonstrated/ instructed conceptual/figurative/oil painting/drawing techniques. Directed/managed location classes and setup studio visits.
Photo Retoucher/Production Artist/Graphic Designer at Barbara Banks Photography
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Retouched all wedding/fashion/commercial/portrait/architecture digital photography. Designed website and enhanced all website images. Assisted photo shoots and collaborated/edited/designed comprehensive wedding albums. Developed products/pricing/company collateral/marketing material/standard operating procedures and setup computer network/backup system.
Art Director at Sarasota Marketing Solutions/LeBlanc Studios
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Managed photographers/graphic designers. Pitched/conceptualized/designed marketing projects. Developed SEO department and managed small network back-up system. Designed/conceptualized company collateral, marketing and website material. Corresponded and assisted clients. Maintained studio and equipment.
Photo Retoucher/Production Artist/Graphic Designer/Website Designer at Deborah Grooms Photography/Big Bamboo Creative
September 1, 2007 - Present
Retouched color/black and white/architecture/fashion/commercial digital photography. Designed/conceptualized company collateral, marketing and website material. Corresponded and assisted clients. Maintained studio and equipment. Managed/produced high-resolution large/small scale prints, framing, mounting and product delivery. Operated Epson printers.
Fabricator/Installer at The Sign King
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Assembled/finished Sintra pylon community monuments, cut/installed vinyl and routed lettering signage. Installed city/parking garage signage. Cleaned/maintained shop.
Artist/Designer/Concept Artist/Photographer at Adam Carnes Freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Designed/produced paintings, drawings, sculptures, murals, concept art/illustration, character/environment/vehicle/product design, 3D modeling, photo retouching, clamshell/Japanese stab/pamphlet/hardcover edition books. Created/maintained/developed/produced personal and client collateral/website and photographed artwork/products. Assisted clients with marketing/business/product development.

Education

MFA at New York Academy of Art
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2026
BFA at Ringling College of Art and Design
January 1, 2004 - June 30, 2026

Qualifications

Tulsa Artist Fellowship
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Walter Erlebacher Award
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Hudson Valley Art Association Award
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Jeffrey Epstein Scholarship
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Merit Scholarship
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Deans Award Scholarship
April 1, 2000 - June 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment
    Jane A. Malone

    This work honors north Tulsa activist Jane A. Malone. Partner Tulsa commissioned this painting on behalf of Chamberlain Area Neighbors. The portrait hangs in the community center named after Malone. 24" x 36", oil on panel.

    https://www.twine.net/signin