Resume
Professional info
After 30 years as a children's entertainer with a focus on face and body art, three years ago I had a pivot into tangible art in the style of mix media pop art. I use recycled and repurposed items in my designs. Recently, I have pursed publishing my literary works.
Work experience
Flutter and Friends Entertainment, owner and performer
1990 - present (under the name of Tilted Arts)
I am the owner and main performer of Flutter and Friends Entertainment engaging in performing arts of magic, balloon twisting and face/body art with the later taking precedence.
Julie's Tilted Art, owner and artist
2017 - present
I pivoted from the face and body art into a tangible art form.
Education
2010 - present
University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
1973-1976, 1999-2000​
After being a senior for 23 years, I returned to college to complete my degree. I completed courses in graphic design, computer art and photography.
Professional Experience
2010 - present
Self-Employed
Artist (Freelance),
Multiple faucets:
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Create abstract works of art from recycled and repurposed items
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Design, develop, and deliver art pieces to clients according to specification
Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia, SC
Artist in Residence, 2013-2015
Artist in residence where my face and body art was constantly on displayed as painted visitors walked about.
Exhibitions
Group
2019 Sea Creatures City Hall, Columbia, SC
2019 Angel Hankie Lady DeLucca's Italian Restaurant, West Columbia, SC
2019 Jeweled Two Dragons DeLucca's Italian Restaurant, West Columbia, SC
2019 Coffee Time DeLucca's Italian Restaurant, West Columbia, SC
2018 Stamp Dragon City Hall, Columbia, SC
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Solo
2022 SC State Fair
2023 Open Studio Art Tour sponsored by 701 Cneter for Contempotary Art
2022 Open Studio Art Tour sponsored by 701 Center for Contemporary Art
2019 Open Studio Art Tour sponsored by 701 Center for Contemporary Art
2018 Open Studio Art Tour sponsored by 701 Center for Contemporary Art
2014 Interactive Wall Mural Burton Center, West Columbia, SC
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Collections
Jubilee Center, Columbia, SC
Private Collection, West Columbia, SC
Private Collection, Irmo, SC
Private Collection, Columbia, SC
"The tapestries that Julie created for our spiritual community, Jubilee! Circle, are amazing. They have brightened up our space and illustrate the traditions and practices of our community in an artful, decorative and festive way. Her imagination and creativity are top-notch as she created each of these separate tapestries to flow together as a whole piece. we are thrilled to have this Julie Buckley original in our space for all to see and enjoy!"
- Rev. Candace Chellew,
Spiritual Director at Jubilee! Circle,
​ Columbia, SC USA