YOU’RE NOT THE CREATOR OF A PAINTING, YOU ARE THE CREATOR OF THE MOMENT OF BEING A PAINTER.

BIO

Associate Professor Jesse Payne. Payne has an extensive background in painting and drawing, having obtained his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting/Drawing from Indiana State University and his Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Northern Illinois University. With his remarkable expertise, Payne has been significantly contributing to the Art Foundations Department at Virginia Commonwealth University, Doha, Qatar since 2010, where he currently leads the Drawing Curriculum.

Beyond his impressive academic credentials, Payne has an outstanding teaching record. He has served in various roles across institutions, such as the Savannah College of Art & Design in Georgia, Kishwaukee College, McHenry County College, and Northern Illinois University. His commitment to teaching excellence has been recognized multiple times with awards, including the Distinguished Achievement in Teaching Excellence Award from Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar in 2012 and the Excellence in Teaching Award from Savannah College of Art & Design in 2009.

Moreover, Payne has shown a consistent ability to secure funding for research. Some of his successful applications include exploratory research grants to pursue artistic inspiration and examine the disappearing nocturnal cityscapes of Doha. His research capabilities and experience make him well-equipped to lead our project to success.

In terms of service to the academic community, Payne has demonstrated outstanding leadership, having served in various committees at Virginia Commonwealth University, and playing key roles in developing its curriculum. He was also the Vice President for International Development at Integrative Teaching International, expanding the organization's international awareness and strategic development for events.

Payne's work extends beyond academia as he facilitated multiple workshops focusing on various aspects of art and design. He has also presented at numerous international conferences, sharing his insights on teaching through culture and developing curriculum for diverse, global, and multicultural environments.

With such an extensive background, Jesse Payne brings a wealth of expertise, leadership, and passion to our research team, making him an indispensable asset to our study. He will play a crucial role in ensuring that our research objectives align with educational practices, further solidifying the effectiveness and relevance of our work.

Follow him online at www.jessepayne.com and on social media at @payneting on Twitter and Instagram.