Artist Portrait (Avadzi Hagan Kpomor)

Introduction

Artist • Art Educator • Designer

I am Avadzi Hagan Kpomor, a self-taught artist and art educator dedicated to transforming ideas into compelling visual experiences. My creative work spans realistic drawings using graphite, charcoal, and color pencils as well as flyer designs, logo creation, T-shirt graphics, and vibrant tie-dye prints.

Art, to me, is life: a daily language of emotion, culture, and storytelling. Each piece, whether a finely detailed portrait or a bold wearable design, is a chance to reveal untold stories and connect with people on a deeper level. I approach every project with passion, discipline, and consistency, embracing the process as much as the finished work.

This portfolio reflects not only my skills and versatility but also my belief that artists remain lifelong students constantly learning, exploring, and growing with every stroke and creation.

Curriculum Vitae

Full professional highlights, exhibitions, and teaching experience.

Digital CV

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Art Education

2015 – 2019

University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

GPA: 3.48

Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design

2009 – 2013

Wintech Professional Institute Ghana

Teaching Experience

High School Art Teacher

2021 – Present

Ghana Muslim Mission Senior High School, Nsuta

  • Teach Visual Arts to 100+ students, emphasizing drawing, painting, and design.
  • Organize annual student art exhibitions and mentor students for national competitions.

Creative Art Facilitator & Graphic Designer

2019 – 2020

National Folklore Board (National Service), Accra

  • Facilitated art sessions teaching cultural heritage through visual art.
  • Designed promotional materials to ensure cohesive public branding.

Certifications & Training

  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Illinois Professional Educator License (Visual Arts K–12)
  • Ghana Teaching License – Ghana Education Service
  • Child Development Knowledge Training

Graphic Design

Freelance Graphic Designer

2019 – Present

Developed logos, brand identities, and promotional materials for educational organizations and commercial clients.

Software: Adobe Creative Cloud, CorelDRAW, Figma.

Exhibitions & Workshops

Annual Student Exhibitions

2021 – Present

Curator for Ghana Muslim Mission Senior High School Visual Arts Department.

Tie-Dye Community Workshops

2024

Hands-on textile workshops integrating traditional Ghanaian methods with contemporary design.

Professional Skills

Teaching & Instruction: Curriculum Design · Lesson Planning · Differentiated Instruction · Student Assessment · Classroom Management · Inclusive Education

Studio Practice: Advanced Drawing Techniques · Portraiture · Large-Scale Composition · Tonal Rendering · Process-Based Investigation

Design & Technology: Digital Illustration · Brand Development · Layout & Typography · Multimedia Presentation