Damilare Plumptre
Lagos ,Nigeria
Summary
Versatile and innovative, with a background at WBF Dubai, I excel in fashion design and teamwork. My portfolio showcases a blend of creative artistry and strategic collaborations, significantly enhancing brand visibility. Skilled in acrylic painting and fostering professional relationships, I bring a unique perspective to artistic projects, driving success and engagement. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Creative professional with experience in fine arts, including painting, sculpture, and illustration. Possess strong conceptual skills and ability to translate ideas into art that engages and inspires. Skilled in various artistic mediums and techniques with keen attention to detail. Contributed to successful exhibitions and projects by enhancing visual storytelling and aesthetic appeal. Talented professional possessing competitive spirit and excellent artistic abilities. Expertise in producing and creating specifications, translating ideas into sketches and selecting and coordinating outfits and accessories for shows and displays. Collaborative team player proficient in various software packages paired with strong knowledge of fabric trimming, draping and pinning procedures. Recognized for eye-catching prints and up-to-date trendy styles. Creative professional. Self-motivated and organized to thrive in both team-based and independent settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Model
WBF Dubai
Dubai , United Arab Emirate
02.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated a variety of looks such as casual, dressy, sporty. during photoshoots.
- Traveled to different locations for photoshoots when required.
- Followed instructions given by photographer or art director during photoshoots.
- Applied makeup according to directions from stylists prior to each shoot.
- Created unique poses and expressions to capture attention from viewers.
- Reviewed images after each shoot and made adjustments as needed based on feedback from photographer or art director.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete multiple assignments within deadlines.
- Maintained a positive attitude while working long hours under challenging conditions at times.
- Worked closely with art directors to ensure that the vision of the brand was accurately portrayed through modeling.
- Provided input regarding poses or styling if requested by client or photographer.
- Collaborated with photographers to create poses that best showcased products or concepts while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Attended casting calls, fittings, shows and shoots.
- Stood, turned and walked to demonstrate features of garments for observers at fashion shows.
- Posed or struck suitable interpretive poses for promoting and selling merchandise or fashions during appearances, filming or photo sessions.
- Followed strict routines of diet, sleep and exercise to maintain appearance.
- Promoted and showcased clothing, footwear, and other products.
- Posed for artists and photographers with or without clothes.
- Applied makeup to face and styled hair to enhance appearance.
Artist
Independent
Accra , Ghana
02.2018 - Current
- Managed social media accounts for the studio by creating content and responding to inquiries from customers.
- Created original artwork in a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints, pencils, charcoal, pastels, and markers.
- Developed new concepts for paintings or sculptures based on client requests.
- Utilized various painting styles such as realism, abstract expressionism, impressionism.
- Organized and participated in art exhibitions to showcase work.
- Participated in critiques of other artist's work within the community.
- Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.
- Ensured compliance with copyright and intellectual property laws in the creation and distribution of art.
- Maintained an organized studio space, ensuring a conducive environment for artistic creation.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with galleries, museums, and private collectors.
- Sourced and purchased materials, maintaining a budget for art supplies and expenses.
- Applied various finishing techniques to protect and enhance the appearance of artworks.
- Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
- Utilized digital tools and software for graphic design and digital art creation.
- Actively participated in the artistic community, attending events and networking with other professionals.
- Collaborated with art directors to ensure project visions were accurately brought to life.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance artistic and business skills.
- Maintained portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities.
- Used pens and ink, watercolors or computer software to create artwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Tai Solarin University of Education
Ogun State 08-2020
Skills
- Songwriting and lyric development
- Recording
- Music recording
- Stage presence
- Printmaking
- Painted finishes
- Networking skills
- Acrylic painting
- Canvas
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Sketching and brainstorming
- Sewing Skills
- Music production software
- Music arrangements
- Material manipulation
- Fashion sketching
- Fashion design
- Fashion entrepreneurship
- Music production
- Digital DJ software proficiency
- Scratching techniques
- Song transitions
Accomplishments
- Dropped a music project consisting of 6 songs along side 6 videos
- Altercation of Nike Airforce 1s into spikes and chunky laces 30 of 30 and all was sold out
- Collaborated with fashion brands from Nigeria and Ghana
Affiliations
- Dj as a hobby
- Youtube chanel promoting fashion and fashion brands
- On going sewing project of Tote bags , wallet and merch
- I love to travel
- Upcoming shoots and fashion drops with some brands and photographer from Ghana
- Upcoming single with a music video to accompany it
Languages
Yoruba
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
volunteers
- Volunteered performances and assists at fashion pop ups in dubai and across the places i had traveled to
- Blogging to promote the fashion scenes
Timeline
Model
WBF Dubai
02.2021 - Current
Artist
Independent
02.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Tai Solarin University of Education
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