Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Selected Exhibitions
Presentations
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Bhawana Jain

London

Summary

Interdisciplinary visual artist and arts educator with over 4 years of experience fostering inclusive and creative environments. Demonstrated expertise in clear communication, team collaboration, and support for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Proficient in utilising digital tools, organising resources, and delivering accessible information in educational and community contexts.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Workshop Facilitator & Teaching Artist

Freelance
London
09.2023 - Current
  • Design and lead interactive art workshops (drawing, printmaking, mixed media) for children, young people, and adults
  • Develop differentiated, hands-on activities to support learners with varied backgrounds, SEN, and language needs
  • Partner with cultural organizations (galleries/museums/community centres) to deliver tailored outreach and learning programmes
  • Employ reflective and process-oriented approaches, enhancing participants' creative confidence and critical skills
  • Gather and incorporate participant feedback to continually refine session plans and maximise engagement

Graphic Designer (Part-time)

International Finance Publications Ltd
London
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Produced compelling layouts, infographics, and branded content across print/digital channels
  • Supported educational publishing projects with strong visual communication and attention to accessibility

Artist & Workshop Facilitator

Museum of Goa
Goa
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Facilitated weekly painting and sculpture workshops for community groups ranging from children (age 6+) to adults
  • Created exhibition-linked art education resources and delivered gallery learning sessions to school groups and families
  • Designed participatory art experiences aligning with museum themes and public programming
  • Assisted in curating educational content and managing studio-based community projects

Founder & Lead Facilitator

Philartophist
Bangalore
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • Established and ran a grassroots community arts initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic, engaging 100+ local youth and adults
  • Conceptualised and coordinated virtual and in-person inclusive art workshops, focusing on wellbeing and creative resilience
  • Led fundraising art projects supporting pandemic relief efforts and underserved groups

Designer

Enrich Clothing INC
Bengaluru
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Designed garments and managed production workflows.
  • Worked on brand development and textile applications.

Education

MA - Fine Art

Central Saint Martins, University of The Arts
London, UK
01.2025

BSc - Fashion and Apparel Design

JD Institute of Fashion Technology
Bangalore, India
01.2020

Humanities

Delhi Public School, South
Bengaluru
05-2017

Skills

  • Creative workshop design and delivery
  • Collaborative teaching strategies
  • Inclusive learning techniques
  • Visual arts: printmaking, drawing, painting
  • Participatory art practices
  • Lesson planning for diverse needs
  • Group facilitation skills
  • Assessment for learning outcomes
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Canva expertise
  • Google Workspace applications
  • Art education methodologies

Selected Exhibitions

  • MAFA Final Show, Central Saint Martins, London, 07/01/25
  • Sun and Earth Festival, Fiang, Ladakh, 07/01/24
  • Performance Practice Lab, NAFA, Singapore, 01/01/25
  • Offprint London, Tate Modern, London, 05/01/25
  • Play Reassemblage, Lethaby Gallery Window, London, 05/01/24

Presentations

  • Out of Scale Conference, Courtauld Institute of Art, London, 06/25, Presented research on Ecopoiesis and the Politics of Scale
  • Goa Water Stories 4, Living Waters Museum, 07/25, Contributed to panel on art, climate, and coastal communities
  • TaPRA 2025, University of Warwick, 08/25, Upcoming presentation

Affiliations

  • Open Arts Spaces – Babylon Project (Chelsea College of Arts, London)
    Participated in collaborative community-based art workshops and interventions.
  • Asha Niketan, Bangalore
    Volunteering with community of people with intellectual disabilities; facilitated art and creative workshops.
  • Light to Life Foundation, Bangalore
    Contributed to creative and educational projects focused on health and wellbeing.
  • The Union (NGO)
    Assisted in awareness programs and community engagement through arts.
  • White Swan Foundation, Bangalore
    Volunteering in mental health awareness initiatives; supported creative approaches for outreach.
  • Government Tamil School, Bangalore
    Conducted art and dance workshops for schoolchildren.

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Graphic Designer (Part-time)

International Finance Publications Ltd
03.2024 - 05.2025

Freelance Workshop Facilitator & Teaching Artist

Freelance
09.2023 - Current

Artist & Workshop Facilitator

Museum of Goa
12.2020 - 01.2022

Founder & Lead Facilitator

Philartophist
03.2020 - 09.2020

Designer

Enrich Clothing INC
01.2018 - 02.2019

MA - Fine Art

Central Saint Martins, University of The Arts

BSc - Fashion and Apparel Design

JD Institute of Fashion Technology

Humanities

Delhi Public School, South
Bhawana Jain