Maya Imani Watson

Background

About Maya Imani Watson

I am interested in writing & illustrating children's books, developing arts & leadership initiatives that can serve as marketing components for corporations looking to expand their market penetration within multi cultural and Christian communities. My traditional fine art and business training give me a more comprehensive approach to creative problem solving and strategic partnership building. I have worked in the field of arts management and higher education for the past 10 years. I have served in many capacities including museum registrar, museum education coordinator, and graphic specialist. I have served in dual capacities and have taught simultaneously while working in the University Museum at Texas Southern University. I developed and facilitated many of the core education programs at the University Museum including, Food For Thought Poetry Reading, Tiger Tidings holiday Celebrations, Beartograpghy Arts Project, Family Days and so much more. I curated exhibitions including the Rainbow Art Show, a children's installation project, When The Angels Come, as well as many graduating senior art exhibitions. Specialties: Writing, Painting, Drawing, Graphic Design, Arts Management, Grant Writing, Marketing, Development of Corporate Branding & Marketing, Web Development