sean kenny background painter

seanjk@att.net

portfolio: seankennybgpainter.com

education M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts, Fine Arts Degree B.F.A., University of Texas at Dallas, Arts and Humanities Degree

work experience Surfacing Artist 2014 to present Freelance -both animation and live action commercials Surfacing Artist 2008 - 2014 Dreamworks Feature Animation Films: • Shriek 4 • Croods • Monkeys of Mumbai (to be released) • Megamind • Shadows (unreleased) Look Development Artist 2004 - 2008 Disney Feature Animation Films: • Meet the Robinsons • Bolt Texture Painter 2002 - 2004 Rhythm and Hues Films: • Around the World in 80 Days • Scooby Doo 2 • Elektra • Chronicles of Narnia

Graphic Design 1999- 2003 • Image creation and manipulation with painting and drawing computer applications • Working directly with clients and designers towards print and web design objectives Decorative Painting 1994 -1999 Sean Kenny-Decorative Artist. Self-owned and operated. • Murals, faux finishing and numerous other decorative paint finishes • Working directly with clients and designers on color, texture, light and design concept decisions for fine interiors as they relate to decorative paint finishes • Hiring and supervising help on large residential contracts in Holmby Hills, Bel Air and Beverly Hills as well as commercial work for hotels, office suites and lobbies Arts Organization California Institute of the Arts • Teaching assistant for post-studio graduate classes • Director of the Visiting Artist’s Program University of Texas at Dallas • Director of art exhibition space for students • Arts and Humanities Events Committee Manager