Ngaru Brian

• Woodwork Artisan
  • Bulu Furniture [Duration]: [September 2021] - [June 2022]
    • Under the mentorship of Ryan Onyango and Veronica Achieng Onyango, perfected my woodwork skills, specializing in fantastic woodwork finishing for homes.
• Woodwork Artisan
  • Square Rock Designs [Duration]: [April 2023] - [November 2023]
    • Worked with Moses Buyu's construction company, gaining expertise in woodwork and contributing to Square Rock Designs.
• Woodwork Supplier 
  • Urban Change Lab (International Export Company) [Duration]: [November 2021] - [January 2024]
    • Perfected woodwork skills as a supplier in an international setting, gaining exposure to diverse projects and practices.

Entrepreneurial Pursuit:

• Founder and Mentor
  • Tendo Studio - Artist Residency
    • Established and currently running an artist residency, providing mentorship and fostering creativity among emerging artists.
    • Conduct workshops, encouraging artistic exploration and professional development.

Teaching Experience:

• Project Assistance
  • Kenyan Curriculum (CBC) and Accelerated Christian Education (ACE)
    • Assisted students in executing projects, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge.

Professional Skills:

• Woodwork: Mastery in crafting bespoke woodwork pieces with a focus on finishing for homes.
• Metal Work: Proficient in metalwork design and execution.
• Sculpting: Adept at creating three-dimensional sculptures.
• Mural Art: Experienced in large-scale mural art projects.
• Portraits: Skillful in capturing likenesses through portrait art.
• Sketching: Proficient in sketching to bring ideas to life.
• Graphic Design: Familiar with graphic design tools and principles.

Exhibitions and Renovations:

• Showcased artwork at The Pop-Up Market in Village Market, the Railway Museum in Nairobi, and Junubi Market on Ngong Road.
• Participated in the renovation of the new Uhuru Gardens under the team BSQ (Bomb Squad), a street art, and mural art team.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts
  • Kenyatta University, [Year of 2022]
• High School Diploma
  • Kianyaga Boys High School
• Primary Education
  • Kirawa Primary School