SARMITE LASMANE

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Mob: 447835093916    Email: sarma_l@tvnet.lv

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Personal Profile

An innovative Textile Designer with a Master's Degree in Design and Applied Art, I am deeply passionate about art and design, seeing them as the focal points of my life. Equipped with excellent design, CAD and hand drawing skills, I ensure that my creations remain contemporary and visually stunning. As a self-employed professional, I have cultivated a high level of responsibility along with strong business and time management skills. In addition to my professional pursuits, I expand my skills and dedication in volunteer work in the local church and Latvian school, where I actively cooperate with children. My problem-solving ability and effective communication skills enable me to form meaningful connections with individuals. I am dedicated and hardworking, possess an inner drive for excellence, and approach every challenge with a determination to achieve positive results. Whether working collaboratively or independently, I bring many organizational skills to succeed in high-pressure situations. My enthusiasm for continuous learning is reflected in my openness to new experiences and a proactive attitude towards training opportunities. I am excited at the prospect of bringing my versatile skills to bear in a dynamic and creative environment, bringing a unique combination of design expertise, business acumen and commitment to making a positive impact.    

 

Academic Overview

University of Latvia, Latvia                                                                                          Sept 2022 – Jun 2023

Teaching Latvian as a Foreign Language - Diploma

The course involves a deepening knowledge of the content of the Latvian language, the subject and the methods of teaching Latvian language and literature.  This knowledge can be used in Diaspora weekend school.

University of Wolverhampton                                                                                  Sept 2019 – Oct 2021       Design and Applied Arts -   MA

The course covered: Tufting, designing, CAD designs and business.

BA(Hons) Fashion and Textiles                                                                                                 Sept 2013 –  Jun 2019      

The course covered: Textiles, sculptures, soft flooring, Photoshop, Illustrator and PowerPoint

 

Career History

School Burtnieki, Wolverhampton                                                                          Sept 2020 - present                           

Director (volunteer)                               

Offering an individual approach to each child, their parents, and colleagues. My work involves:

• Writing lesson and event plans

• Craft and design

• Encouraging the wider community to get involved in the life of the school

• Administrative and financial accounting, including writing reports

 

Renewal Christian Centre, Solihull                                                                          Apr 2019 - present                              

Sunday School Teacher (volunteer)

Working with mainly children 4 -7 years old, but sometimes older:

• Crafts making

• Singing songs, dancing and playing games together

• Coming up with an idea to explain the Bible through visuals and drawing

• Leading discussions

• Listen and encourage them.

                         

Sarma Rugs                                                                                                                         Aug 2018 – to present         Owner and Designer

Sarma Rugs business was created to fulfil my creative passion and devotion to rugs, wall decors and designs inspired by nature and my fascination with contemporary architecture.

• Design all my rugs and wall decors

• Name each piece of artwork depending on what I see in the particular design, rug or wall décor.

• Create saturated and eye-catching colour transitions to make people feel happy.

• My rugs and wall decors are sold at the Farnham Malting market, and my designs are sold on Contrado.

• All materials are purchased by me from various warehouses. 

 

Kingshurst Evangelical Church, Solihull                                                                 March  2011- Dec 2015          

Kitchen Assistant - Caterer

• Assists the chef and take directions.

• Prepare food items in line with the day’s menu.

• Cleaning of the kitchen areas, dining room and equipment as required.

• Serve meals.

• Talk to the visitors and make them feel welcome.

• Assist with the maintenance of quality standards.

• Wash all equipment, both kitchen and service items.

• Complete all necessary safety recordings as required.

• Organising food supplies and ingredients.

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Key Skills

• The ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning.

• Passion for art and design

• Business management skills

• Knowledge of how to teach and engage learners.

• Leadership skills

• Proficient in Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator as well as in PowerPoint presentations

• Keen eye for details and thorough working

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Strong communication skills

 

​Exhibitions

• MA Show 2021                                                          Wolverhampton Art Gallery

• New Designers 2019                                               Business Design Centre, London

• Degree Show 2019                                                  University of Wolverhampton

• Beyond Surreality Rug Collection                      Direct Art Action gallery, Sutton Coldfield

• Degree Show 2016                                                  University of Wolverhampton    

• Local Painting Exhibition                                        Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham

• Local Painting Exhibition/Sale                              Balsall Common, Birmingham         

 

Taking Part In Open Call For Artists  2023

Steel Sky art rugs collection blog      Artist Talk Magazine

https://www.artisttalkmagazine.com/sarmite-lasmane

 

 

References available on request