I'm a Denver-based studio artist, educator, and community advocate with over a decade of active studio practice spanning two-dimensional media and performance. My work has been exhibited and performed at institutions including the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, reflecting a commitment to contemporary approaches to art-making, creative research, and critical thinking. I'm passionate about fostering inclusive, community-centered learning environments and mentoring artists from diverse backgrounds—including first-generation students and underrepresented communities. I focus on mentorship, collaboration, and critical feedback to help artists develop their own authentic voices.

Jillian FitzMaurice

I'm a Denver-based studio artist, educator, and community advocate with over a decade of active studio practice spanning two-dimensional media and performance. My work has been exhibited and performed at institutions including the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, reflecting a commitment to contemporary approaches to art-making, creative research, and critical thinking. I'm passionate about fostering inclusive, community-centered learning environments and mentoring artists from diverse backgrounds—including first-generation students and underrepresented communities. I focus on mentorship, collaboration, and critical feedback to help artists develop their own authentic voices.

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I’m a Denver-based studio artist, educator, and community advocate with over a decade of active studio practice spanning two-dimensional media and performance. My work has been exhibited and performed at institutions including the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, reflecting a commitment to contemporary approaches to art-making, creative research, and critical thinking.

I’m passionate about fostering inclusive, community-centered learning environments and mentoring artists from diverse backgrounds—including first-generation students and underrepresented communities. I focus on mentorship, collaboration, and critical feedback to help artists develop their own authentic voices.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

UI/UX Developer at Software Built by Design
March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Developed web content across platforms for large clients including the University of Chicago; applied design principles (color theory, visual hierarchy, typography) informed by a fine art background; collaborated cross-functionally in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Freelance Web Developer at Self-Employed
September 1, 2019 - Present
Designed and developed responsive websites and digital portfolios for creative professionals; integrated visual branding and accessible design (WCAG compliance) across projects.
Independent Studio Artist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Gallery-represented artist with exhibitions in Denver, CO; Marfa, TX; and Richmond, VA; maintains active studio practice in two-dimensional media including drawing, painting, and printmaking; active participant in local and regional arts community events, artist talks, and collaborative projects; curated exhibitions and managed artist relationships, demonstrating leadership within the arts community; featured performer in group exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (2018) and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (2016).
Art Instructor & Mentor at Community Art Programs
January 1, 2015 - Present
Taught and mentored artists across skill levels in studio art fundamentals, drawing, painting, and two-dimensional media; developed curricula grounded in contemporary art practices, conceptual thinking, and critical feedback; provided individualized mentorship with sensitivity to the diverse needs of urban and underrepresented student populations; facilitated community critique sessions emphasizing constructive feedback, visual storytelling, and artistic voice; cultivated an inclusive studio environment welcoming students of color, first-generation artists, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and students from low-income backgrounds.

Education

Graduate Studies in Art at University of Denver
January 1, 2021 - June 6, 2026
BFA, Fine Art at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
International Study in Fine Art at Burren College of Art, Ireland
January 1, 2012 - June 6, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services