Joanna Grochot
Birmingham
Summary
Emerging artist specializing in epoxy resin painting with a passion for creativity and imagination. Former social worker with experience serving underprivileged clients. Strong communicator, empathetic, and dedicated to personal growth. Values teamwork and collaboration. Committed to making a positive impact through art and social work.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Running own artistic business
Badger Trance Art. Joanna Grochot
Birmingham
2022.01 - Current
- Managed all aspects of running an artistic business, including production, marketing, sales, and customer relations.
- Created and marketed original artwork across various mediums (epoxy resin, mixed media).
- Established a strong online presence through social media platform (Instagram), website development (own online shop)
- Participated in local art exhibitions, fairs, and events to showcase and sell artwork.
Career Sabbatical to Raise Children
Charity work
2015.01 - 2022.01
- Focused on family, raising two beautiful children.
- Moved countries every two years (Poland, Lithuania, Czech Republic, UK), meeting people, experiencing local culture, and engaging with the community.
- Volunteered work for a local kindergarten in Prague.
Community Social Worker
CPS Parasol
Krakow , Poland
2011.10 - 2014.03
- Built trusting relationships with clients, provided emotional support, guidance, and practical assistance.
- Provided direct support and assistance to individuals and families facing various challenges, including poverty, difficult living conditions, education challenges and substance abuse.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including schools, therapists and community organizations, to coordinate services and resources for clients.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records, progress notes, and case documentation
- Secured funding from European sources to implement projects aimed at community development and social welfare improvement.
- Conducted training sessions for volunteers to enhance their skills
- Managed project documentation, including grant applications, progress reports, and financial records, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and regulations.
Social Worker
Fundacja Teatru ludowego
Krakow , Poland
2009.03 - 2010.12
- Provided non-formal education to children who have little or no access to education using the Mobile School Method.
- Organized leisure activities for children living in disadvantaged communities.
- Kept precise and confidential records of clients, including progress notes and case documentation.
Education
Master's Degree in Pedagogy - Pedagogy, Cultural Education
Jagiellonian University
Krakow, Poland 2004.10 - 2010.07
Visual Artist specializing in Textile Art -
Fine Arts College
Nowy Wisnicz, Poland 1999.09 - 2004.06
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Empathy
- Creativity
- Attention to detail
- Driving licence, category B
- Team-oriented
Artistic activity
- EOP Member, supported by Eastside Projects.
- RBSA Gallery Friend.
- Participated in the exhibition 'Summer Camp Show' at Eastside Project Gallery in Birmingham, 2023.
- Participated in the exhibition "Abstractum'24", Golden Duck Gallery, Budapest, Hungary, 2024.
- Participated in local art markets, Birmingham, 2022-2024
Languages
Polish
Native
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Epoxy resin painting, Fascinated by sports and recreation, including squash, tennis, running, Body Attack, and yoga.
Timeline
Running own artistic business
Badger Trance Art. Joanna Grochot
2022.01 - Current
Career Sabbatical to Raise Children
Charity work
2015.01 - 2022.01
Community Social Worker
CPS Parasol
2011.10 - 2014.03
Social Worker
Fundacja Teatru ludowego
2009.03 - 2010.12
Master's Degree in Pedagogy - Pedagogy, Cultural Education
Jagiellonian University
2004.10 - 2010.07
Visual Artist specializing in Textile Art -
Fine Arts College
1999.09 - 2004.06