Catherine Snodgrass

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I’m a New York City-born and raised artist who now calls San Diego home. I’ve learned to take creative risks and push conceptual boundaries, blending a vivid imagination with color theory and strong composition.

About

I’m a New York City-born and raised artist who now calls San Diego home. I’ve learned to take creative risks and push conceptual boundaries, blending a vivid imagination with color theory and strong composition. My practice spans illustration, fine art, design, and education, with experience in print publishing, digital advertising, and children’s books. I’ve authored and illustrated three children’s books and enjoy exploring new media and collaborative projects.

Beyond creating art, I mentor emerging artists, lead art therapy-inspired activities, and help students develop portfolios, study famous artists, and weave STEM-inspired thinking into art. I value friendly, hands-on learning and aim to inspire curiosity and confidence in every student I work with.

  • 41 years' experience
  • Joined October 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Other
  • Retail

Work experience· 20 roles

Art Instructor · STRATEGIC KIDSApr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

Teach art techniques, portfolio prep, career goals, and Meet the Masters lessons; integrate STEM-based activities.

Instructor / Mentor · Strategic Kids - Vista Unified SDApr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

Teach emerging artists various artistic techniques and industry skills; assist with portfolio prep and career goals; lead STEM-based activities.

Art Instructor · EDU LEARNING CENTERMar 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

Prepare and teach individualized, age-appropriate educational art lessons; lead art activities; adapt instruction to student needs.

Instructor / Educator · Edu Learning CenterMar 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 9 mos
Field Merchandiser · Hallmark Inc.Jan 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos
Field Merchandiser · HALLMARK INC.Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo
Art Instructor · JDS CREATIVE ACADEMYJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Instructor / Curriculum Specialist · JDS Creative AcademyJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

Education

· PRATT INSTITUTE, New York, New York2030 – 2025
· HIGH SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN, New York, New York2030 – 2025
· PRATT INSTITUTE2030 – 2026
· HIGH SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Art Instructor Certification2018 – 2025
Art Therapy Practitioner Certificate2024 – 2025
Art Instructor Certification2018 – 2026
Art Therapy Practitioner Certificate2024 – 2026

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