ARTIST CV

ARTIST BIO

Holly Romano lives and works in Columbus, Ohio. Her art practice focuses primarily on photography, painting, and mixed media processes. Her paintings and photographs are rooted in the complexities of being a mother, from caring for her children to maintaining a household. She also explores the beauty and vastness of the natural world to promote wonder and appreciation.

Romano holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Bowling Green State University in graphic design and a minor in photography. After 16 years of successfully working in the design field, Romano decided to focus on her fine art practice. 

EDUCATION

BFA from Bowling Green State University

CREATIVE JOB EXPERIENCE

Teaching Artist

Creating lessons and teaching preschool through elementary-aged children. Focusing on art history, process art, and art fundamentals. Locations include a community center, a preschool, and a local gallery.

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Graphic Artist

Experienced designer with a demonstrated history of marketing, graphical, and project management support working in multiple industries. Design skills included pre-press, typography, photography, branding, art direction, and Adobe Creative Suite. Also served as a support for project management, office support and coordination.

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS

2020

Ohio Art League Fall Juried Show, Columbus, OH

DAAL Fall Member Show, Dublin, OH

October Featured Artist, HomeWorks by Ohio Art League, Columbus, OH

Muscle Cars, Ohio Art League Spring Juried Show, Columbus, OH​

Longing, Women Made Gallery Juried Show, Chicago, IL​

2019

Brothers, Ohio State Fair Fine Art Juried Show, Columbus, OH

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Upcoming​ 2021

Maternal Bliss, Dublin Recreation Center, Dublin, OH