About Caroline Fitch
Hi there! My name is Caroline. I am a metal smith that recently graduated from Pennsylvania Western University. I am in the process of setting up my own studio and starting my small business!
Nestled in the countryside of Pennsylvania, I found myself drawn to animals and myth at a young age. The whimsical and humorous nature of my work stems from a blended idea of fantastical worlds and the animals in the wild. I capture the beauty of a brutal nature in a fictional world full of animals.
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Education
2024 Duel BFA and BS, Art Education (BS) and Jewelry/Metalsmithing (BFA)Pennwest Univeristy Edinboro Campus (December 2024)
Work Experience
2021-present (seasonal) ECCOTA Elk County Council on the Arts Gallery
2023 Art Department Tour Guide
2023 Metals Studio Monitor
2017-present Gigs at wineries, festivals, weddings
Exhibitions (group or solo, invited or juried, online or IRL)
2023 Touchstone Crafts Exhibition
2023 Always Connected Student Exhibition
2023 ECU Metals Symposium Student Exhibition
2024 15th Annual Gmitter Family Memorial Exhibtion
Professional Development
2023 Visiting Artist Adam Atkinsin
2023 Visiting Artist Everett Hoffman
2023 Visiting Artist Ashley Beavington
2023 PAEA Conference attendance
2023 Touchstone Crafts School Workshop attendance
2023 ECU Metals Symposium attendance
2023 Visiting Artist Mallory Weston Demo
2022 Visiting Artist Logan Woodle Demo
Extracurricular Activities
2023 Art Education Club President
2021 Metals Club Member
Volunteer Experience
2021-2022 Erie Art Museum Volunteer
2016-present Face Painting Volunteer
2022-present Performance Volunteer at Elk County Senior Center
Awards/Achievements
3.9 College GPA
President’s Excellence Scholarship
Henry Katzwinkle Prize Scholarship
Ready to Succeed Scholarship
Judges Choice Award at Gmitter Exhibition