SKILLS
Textile & Surface Design
Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
Screen Printing, Foil Making & Printmaking
Weaving, Embroidery, Sewing, Draping, Pattern Drafting
Fashion Illustration
Sustainable Textile Practices
Interior Design & Home Décor
Microsoft Office Suite
Museum Management
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts in Textile Design (Expected May 2026)
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL
Post Graduate Diploma in Education (GPA: 3.72/4.0)
National Teachers Institute, Nigeria – January 2022
National Teachers Institute, Nigeria – January 2022
Bachelor of Science: Home Science and Management (GPA: 4.12/5.0)
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria – April 2018
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria – April 2018
WORK EXPERIENCE
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | August 2024 – Present
Enhanced student learning through personalized feedback and workshops focused on textile innovation.
Teach Foundational Studio courses, providing instruction in visual and technical design principles.
Develop and deliver lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on activities to enhance student learning.
Assess, grade, and provide constructive feedback on student projects, assignments, and portfolios.
Conduct critiques to guide students in analyzing and improving their artistic work.
Foster a collaborative and engaging classroom environment that encourages creative exploration.
Graduate Intern| Museum Researcher
Missouri Botanical Garden, St Louis, Missouri, IL| May 2024- July 2024
Reviewed and revised policies for the Missouri Botanical Garden to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Conducted research to update policy guidelines and improve procedural frameworks.
Compiled findings and presented updated policies to the curator for review and implementation.
Graduate Researcher
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL | August 2023 – May 2024
Conducted research on integrating traditional textile methods with digital tools, presenting findings in seminars and publications.
Explored sustainable textile solutions, contributing to projects that focus on eco-friendly textile production.
Creative Director
Amiora Fashion Hub, Nigeria | June 2019 – July 2023
Led design and production for a line of ready-to-wear clothing, with a focus on sustainable and culturally resonant textiles.
Managed a team of designers, ensuring high-quality production and consistency in creative content.
Clothing and Textile Facilitator
Oyo State Teaching Service Commission, Nigeria | February 2021 – August 2023
Delivered training and curriculum on clothing and textile design to students, fostering creativity and technical skill development.
Incorporated sustainable practices into the curriculum, promoting eco-friendly textile design.
Intern - Adire Making, Tie-Dye, and Batik
Nike Centre for Art and Culture, Nigeria | June 2017 – August 2017
Gained hands-on experience in traditional Nigerian textile methods, including tie-dye and batik.
Applied learned techniques in real-world textile production, packaging, and design.
Intern - Sewing and Fashion Design
A.Y Couture, Nigeria | July 2017 – December 2017
Developed skills in garment construction and textile production, collaborating closely with a quality control team to ensure high design standards.
RESEARCH PROJECTS
Graduate Researcher – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
- Investigated the synergy between traditional textile techniques and digital technology in contemporary textiles. Presented research findings at academic seminars and contributed to publications.
- Investigated the synergy between traditional textile techniques and digital technology in contemporary textiles. Presented research findings at academic seminars and contributed to publications.
Undergraduate Researcher – Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta
- Conducted a consumer perception analysis comparing imported and locally produced apparel, providing insights for local textile industry development.
- Conducted a consumer perception analysis comparing imported and locally produced apparel, providing insights for local textile industry development.
HONORS/PUBLICATIONS
Competitive Graduate Award, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2023
Juried Exhibition: SIUE Art & Design Juried Exhibition, 2023
Published Research Papers: 2 Published papers (links available on request)
Interview/Artist Recognition: Featured in Artwork Gallery Interview (https://artworkgallery.net/interviews/interview-with-mariam-oladepo-ajagbe/)
EXHIBITIONS
Cultural Bridge, 12”x12”,(prints); Thompson Gallery, Zug Switzerland, Feb1-28 2025
Owuro Lojo, 12”x12”, (Yarn Painting); Andakulova Gallery, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Feb 1- 28 2025
We are One; 40”x26”, (Yarn Painting); Art Installation at Morrison University Center, SIUE, 2024
Royal Identity(Foil Print 11"x22"); Iha nla (Foil Prints22"x17"); Iha kekere (Intaglio Print10"x10"),
Edwardsville Art Center, Edwardsville, Illinois, 2024
Edwardsville Art Center, Edwardsville, Illinois, 2024
I am a Muslimah(Fiber Art, Mixed Media); River Bluff Review Journal
https://www.riverbluffreview.com/visual-arts
https://www.riverbluffreview.com/visual-arts
Owuro Lojo( Yarn Painting)
Juried Exhibition: Wood River Museum, 2024
Juried Exhibition: Wood River Museum, 2024
Humanity(fiber art, mixed media)
Curated Exhibition: SIUE Noise Box Gallery, 2023
Curated Exhibition: SIUE Noise Box Gallery, 2023
Promise Land (Weaving); Friends of Art Annual Exhibition
SIUE Art and Design Juried Exhibition, 2023
SIUE Art and Design Juried Exhibition, 2023
PROJECTS
Policy Review: Missouri Botanical Garden Policy Review, 2024
Skill Acquisition Program Facilitation, Oyo State, Nigeria 2021-2023
Skill Acquisition Program Facilitation, Oyo State, Nigeria 2021-2023
AFFILIATIONS
Surface Design Association (2024 – Present)
SIUE Hearing Panelist (Student Representative Panelist) (2023)
Friends of Art (Graduate Student Board Member) (2023)
SIUE Noise Box Gallery Committee (2024 – Present)
CERTIFICATION
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
TEFL Professional Institute-Teacher Record, Distinction, May 2022
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
TEFL Professional Institute-Teacher Record, Distinction, May 2022