Stephanie Kemsteele
Biography
Stephanie was born and raised in Southern California, in her hometown of Simi Valley. She earned two associate degrees from Moorpark College, one in Art, and the other in General Studies. During her final semester, she had the opportunity to assist in curating art exhibitions for various artists at the campus art gallery. After graduation, Stephanie was sought after for a few commissions. In April of 2023, Stephanie got married and relocated to Abilene, Texas to get to know a new community and pursue artistic opportunities outside her home state.
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Presently, Stephanie is a member of the Abilene Creative Arts Club while working as a Special Education Paraprofessional through the Abilene Independent School District. Stephanie is pursuing freelance work and commissions in acrylic painting to further her art career. She aims to participate in more exhibitions in Abilene and collaborate with local churches on community art projects.
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Stephanie is an emerging artist with a burning passion to share her heart. She wants to share the light of love, hope and encouragement with others. Stephanie wants to partner with those who share that same passion. Her purpose, message, and passion are her top priority.
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Education
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2019 Associate of Arts in Art, Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA
2019 Associate of Arts in General Studies, Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA
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Solo and Partner Exhibitions
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2019 Illuminate, Student Art Gallery, Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA
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Selected Group Exhibitions​​
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2025 Creativity is Contagious, 1117 Studios & Gallery, Abilene, TX
2019 PLUS/Voices Matter, Moorpark College Art Gallery, Moorpark, CA
2014 Faculty and Student Show, Ventura County Government Center, Ventura, CA​​
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Commissions
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2021 Moonbow, Moorpark, CA, Private
2020 Centered, Moorpark, CA, Private
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Community Involvement
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Member
Abilene Creative Arts Club, Abilene, TX Nov. 2024-Present
Art Instructor
Painting With A Twist, Abilene, TX March-October 2024
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Missionary
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Bosnia and Herzegovina Summer 2019
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Vice President Officer
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA April 2018-May 2019
Secretary Officer
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA Jan. 2017-April 2018
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Honors, Awards, & Recognition
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Dean’s List, Moorpark College Fall 2015 & Spring 2017
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References
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References Available on Request