Erin Plew Lyles

Artist & Art Therapy Graduate Student

4501 SAN IGNACIO G105 SANTA FE, NM 87507. 505-303-8429. ERINPLEW@GMAIL.COM. @ERINPLEW_ART WWW.ERINPLEW.COM

PROFILE

Santa Fe Based Art Therapy& Counseling Graduate Student currently finishing Internship Requirementsat Serna Solutions for Graduate Degree at Southwestern College.

Former Student Therapist andLead Navigator at Tierra Nueva Counseling Center.

Board Certified AutismTechnician in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Past work in film industryincludes titles of Production Designer, Set Decorator and Prop Master.Previously owned a company creating custom murals, faux finishes, sign paintingand commissioned works for both commercial and residential clients.  

EDUCATION

Watkins College of Art, Design & Film, Nashville, TN — BFA, 2009.

Southwestern College, SantaFe, NM - M.A. in Art Therapy/Counseling – Candidate for Summer 2024.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH

INTERN ART THERAPIST, SERNA SOLUTIONS; SANTA FE, NM - APRIL 2024-PRESENT

STUDENT ART THERAPIST, TIERRA NUEVA COUNSELING CENTER; SANTA FE, NM - SEPT 2023 - APRIL 2024

LEAD NAVIGATOR, TIERRA NUEVA COUNSELING CENTER; SANTA FE, NM — JAN 2023 - JAN 2024·       

Conduct Needs BasedAssessments for clients on site at Tierra Nueva Counseling Center. Interfacewith Unite Us network to connect clients with resources in the community basedon information gathered in needs assessment. Train and Oversee Graduate AssistantNavigators to become the primary point of contact for clients. Attend Santa FeCONNECT monthly meetings. Remain aware of current services offered byorganizations, such as housing, financial and employment assistance. Maintainstrict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies. Ensurethat Navigators meet with Care Team (including Care Coordinator and PrimaryCare provider) to discuss client care issues and facilitate client casemanagement. Oversee tracking of client information, schedules, files, and formsin compliance with HIPAAA regulations. Attend and represent the organization atprofessional conferences, in -service trainings, and meetings at the request orwith the approval of the supervisor.  

BOARD CERTIFIED AUTISM TECHNICIAN, CENTER FOR AUTISM AND RELATED DISORDERS; SANTA FE, NM — MARCH 2022 - NOV 2022

Provided direct treatment to patients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in a 1:1 or group environment. Collected and recorded data on patient progress with high fidelity. Reviewed and implemented Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session. Communicated effectively and compassionately with patients, families and colleagues. Maintained accurate and timely records. Maintained compliance with HIPAA requirements at all times.

PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE IN THE ARTS

MURALARTIST, ERIN PLEW MURALS & DESIGNS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2014-PRESENT

Designer and Painter of Custom Murals, Faux Finishes, Signage and Lettering, and Commissioned Canvases for both Commercial and Residential Clients. Create Concept boards in Illustrator, Mockup Sketches in Photoshop and Prepare Estimates. Collaborate with Interior Designers to Achieve a CohesiveLook for a Space. Maintain Website, Social Media, and Create and Distribute all Marketing Materials. 

INSTALLATION ASSISTANT, ISLE OF PRINTING; NASHVILLE, TN 2017-PRESENT Assist Lead Artist, Bryce McCloud, with Installation Works at Noelle Hotel, Pinewood Social and Various Nashville Commercial Venues. 

MURAL ARTIST, QUEEN OF ARTS, LLC; LEXINGTON, KY — 2012-2014  

Worked with Lead Artist, Natalie Brockman to Create Custom Murals, Signage and Faux Finishes for Commercial and Residential Clients. Aided in the Preparation of Estimates and Mock UpSketches. Managed all Marketing, Website, Social Medias and Created andDistributed Original Promotional Materials. 

COURTROOM SKETCH ARTIST,CNN, CBS AND FOX; NASHVILLE, TN — 2008-2016

Rendered Realistic Sketches to be Aired on Local News Channels during the John Ford Scandal Trial and the Preliminary Hearing for Louis Levine when Recorded Media was Not Allowed in Court due to High Profile Cases.

INSTRUCTOR, WATKINS COLLEGE OF ART, DESIGN &FILM PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM; NASHVILLE, TN — 2012

Prepared Syllabus for and Conducted an Intensive Portfolio Preparation Course for High School Juniors andSeniors. 

ADMISSIONSCOUNSELOR,WATKINS COLLEGE OF ART, DESIGN & FILM; NASHVILLE, TN — 2011-2012

Prepared and Gave Presentations in High Schools and Colleges across the United States About Portfolio and Application Preparation. Reviewed Portfolios at National Portfolio Day events and Recommended Awards for Scholarships Based on Strength of Portfolios. Processed and Reviewed College Applications. Led guided tours of Watkins and advised potential students. 

ARTISTIN RESIDENCE, SCARRITT BENNETT CENTER; NASHVILLE, TN — 2010-2011

EXHIBITION COORDINATOR AND ART INSTRUCTOR, MIDDLE TENNESSEE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COALITION - HEALING ARTS PROJECT, INC; NASHVILLE, TN — 2010-2011

Organized and Curated Exhibits for Artists who were Consumers of Mental Health and substance abuse services.Prepared and Conducted Art Classes in Mental Health and Substance AbuseFacilities. Created Press Releases, Marketing Materials, Designed andMaintained Website and all Social Medias.

ASSISTANT TEACHER, FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2009 

Assisted inTeaching Summer Program Classes in Printmaking, Architecture, New Media andMixed Media for Students Ranging in Ages from 6-16.

ASSISTANTTO THE ARCHITECT,MITCHELL BARNETT, ARCHITECT, P.C.; NASHVILLE, TN — 2008

Matched Building Materialsto Paint Marker Colors and Colored and Brought to Life Architectural Renderingsof Residences to be Presented to the Architect’s Clients. Compiled Architect’sPortfolio Books. Worked in iMovie to Create Promotional Films of theArchitect’s Work. 

ASSISTANTTO THE GALLERY DIRECTOR,ESTEL GALLERY; NASHVILLE, TN — 2007 Assisted in Preparation, CuratorialDesign and Marketing for Exhibitions Including Sean O’Mallie and HarryUnderwood. 

EXHIBITIONDESIGNER AND ART HANDLER,BROWN LEE O, CURRY GALLERY; NASHVILLE, TN — 2006

Prepared and Curated Artworkto be Exhibited for Walter Knestrick Retrospective and for the Watkins CollegeAnnual Student Exhibition.  

PROFESSIONAL FILM EXPERIENCE

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK – LOVE FOR REAL; OHAU, HI — 2021  

ART DIRECTOR, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - PODCASTING CHRISTMAS; NASHVILLE,TN — 2021 

SCENIC ARTIST, MUSIC VIDEO -KINGS OF LEON - BANDIT; NASHVILLE, TN — 2021 

ART DIRECTOR, YOUTUBE SERIES - NASHVILLE DAD’S CLUB; NASHVILLE, TN — 2021

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - THE LEGEND OF LAKE HOLLOW; NASHVILLE, TN — 2020 

PROP MASTER, FEATURE FILM FOR LIFETIME- WELCOME HOME CHRISTMAS; NASHVILLE,TN — 2020

ART DIRECTOR, MUSIC VIDEO - TYLER CHILDERS LYRIC STORIES; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

ART DIRECTOR, TOUR PROMOTION COMMERCIAL - GARTH BROOKS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

PROPS PERSON, CBS SERIES -TELL ME A STORY; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - ELECTRIC JESUS; COLUMBUS,GA — 2019

ART DIRECTOR, STILL PHOTO SHOOT - LITTLE BIG TOWN; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

ART DIRECTOR, PROMOTIONAL VIDEO - GIDEONS INTERNATIONAL; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR LIFETIME - LOVE TAKES FLIGHT; SAVANNAH,GA — 2019

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, TV PILOT - COLLECTIONS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2019

PROP MASTER/ASSISTANT PROP MASTER, INDEPENDENT FEATURE - THE EVENING HOUR; HARLAN, KY — 2018

SEGMENT COORDINATOR, REALITY TV FOR CMT - MUSIC CITY; NASHVILLE, TN — 2018

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, TV PILOT - DOCENTS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2018

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, MUSIC VIDEO - COLT FORD “MY TRUCK’; NASHVILLE, TN — 2018

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, TV PILOT - MONSTER PATROL; NASHVILLE, TN — 2018

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR LIFETIME - EVERY OTHER HOLIDAY; NASHVILLE,TN — 2018

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR PUREFLIX - PRAYER BOX; BROWNSVILLE,KY — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, COMMERCIAL - BLOODWATER - NASHVILLE, TN — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, MUSIC VIDEO - THEORY OF A DEADMAN “WAKE UP CALL”; NASHVILLE, TN — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, MUSIC VIDEO - TRISTEN “SATURNINE QUEEN”; NASHVILLE, TN — 2017

SCENIC PAINTER, REALITY TV FOR CMT - BACHELORETTE WEEKEND; NASHVILLE, TN — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, PSA FOR HELEN BAMBER FOUNDATION - HOME; NASHVILLE,TN — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR LIFETIME - THE MIDWIFE’S DECEPTION; LEXINGTON, KY — 2017

ART DIRECTOR, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK - RUNAWAY ROMANCE; HORSE CAVE, KY — 2017

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, FEATURE FILM FOR LIFETIME - WICKED MOM’S CLUB; LEXINGTON,KY — 2017

SET DECORATOR, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK - AN UNCOMMON GRACE; HORSE CAVE,KY — 2016

SET DECORATOR, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - BETTER START RUNNING; LOUISVILLE,KY — 2016

SET DECORATOR, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - MOM AND DAD; LOUISVILLE, KY — 2016

SET DECORATOR, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK - JL FAMILY RANCH; LOUISVILLE, KY— 2016

SET DECORATOR, COMMERCIAL - OXI-CLEAN; LOUISVILLE, KY — 2015

ONSET DRESSER, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK - THE ULTIMATE LEGACY; LOUISVILLE,KY — 2015

PRODUCTION DESIGNER, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - WHEN THE WORLD’S ON FIRE; NASHVILLE, TN — 2014

SET DECORATOR, INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - WHERE HOPE GROWS; LOUISVILLE,KY — 2013

ONSET DRESSER, FEATURE FILM FOR HALLMARK - A BELLE FOR CHRISTMAS; NASHVILLE, TN — 2013

SKILLS

•   Skilled in navigation services, connecting clients to resources in the community.

•   Providing Applied Behavior Analysis therapeutic techniques one on one with children with autism.

•   Lead, Delegate to and Collaborate with a Skilled Crew of Artisans to Design Sets for Film and Television. 

•   Work with Clients to Realize Unique Visions and Bring Concepts to ArtisticCompletion. 

•   Adept in Utilizing a Range of Mediums and Processes to Create Original Artwork and Illustrations Based on a Client’s Needs. 

•   Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and In Design, Sketchup, Procreate, Excel and Word.  

•   Experiencedin Curatorial Design and Art Handling.