Megan Morris
BFA, Studio Art
Boca Raton, FL

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Studio Art
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
August 2021 – Present

Awards & Scholarships

MRF Study Abroad Scholarship, Summer 2024 & Summer 2025
Awarded $5,000 for participation in a competitive archaeological art residency in Sicily, Italy

Esther Saylor Rothenberger Endowed Scholarship for Humanities, 2025

BFA Portfolio Review Award, March 2025
Recognized for excellence in technical execution and conceptual development in painting and printmaking

Teaching & Professional Experience

Sales Associate & Live Art Workshop Instructor
Jerry’s Artarama, Deerfield Beach, FL
July 2023 – Present

Lead scheduled in-store linocut printmaking workshops, guiding participants through design, carving, inking, and printing processes. Introduce historical context, tools, and techniques prior to hands-on instruction. Adapt demonstrations to accommodate a wide range of experience levels while maintaining a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.

Provide individualized guidance on materials and techniques based on creative goals and budget considerations. Manage shared tools and studio materials during demonstrations and support daily store operations.

Archival, Design & Administrative Experience

Marketing Coordinator / Graphic Design Intern
Sonny’s Enterprises LLC, Tamarac, FL
June 2018 – April 2023

Managed digital photography and archiving for a 15,000+ item e-commerce catalog. Organized and maintained a consistent visual database using Adobe Creative Suite. Collaborated with marketing and design teams to produce materials for trade shows, print campaigns, and investor presentations.

Independent Practice

Founder, Zy-Chik Jewelry
2018 – 2023

Designed and handcrafted original jewelry combining technical precision with creative exploration. Managed online marketing, client communication, pricing, and sales. Maintained a digital portfolio and sold work through festivals and e-commerce platforms.

Additional Education

Advanced Jewelry & Metalwork Program
Boca Raton Museum of Art School
2020 – 2022

Studied advanced stone setting and metalworking techniques. Designed original wearable objects balancing craftsmanship and visual clarity.

Technical Skills

Printmaking: relief and reduction processes
Drawing and painting foundations
Adobe Creative Suite
Digital archiving and image management
Studio safety and tool handling