I was born in Johannesburg, South Africa. Educated in fine art, dance and the art of acting, I moved to Los Angeles in 1984 to pursue a career in the fields of art and theatre. After a few years I found myself enjoying the back end of the film business in art direction and production design. As I evolved artistically, I re-entered the world of fine arts. Working in oils, acrylics and mixed media for many years, I was invited to become a member of TAG - The Artists Gallery in Santa Monica • CA in 1998
Using my skills as an artist, I decided to go back to school to pursue a career in the field of Graphic Design in 2014. Now, re-entering the work force, my goal is to succeed in the arena of Advertising, Commercial and Personal Branding or Film and Television Marketing.
I have also found writing the copy for my clients websites creatively fulfilling and rewarding.
2014 - present • Santa Monica College - studying Graphic Design
2011 - 2014 • Chair, Board Member Free Arts for Abused Children
2008 - 2011 • Board Member of Free Arts for Abused Children
2008 • CA Open Exhibition, TAG Gallery
2003 • Solo Exhibition, TAG Gallery
2002 • Solo Exhibition, TAG Gallery
2000 • Group Exhibition, TAG Gallery
My son was born in 1998
1998 • Group Exhibition, TAG Gallery
1995 - 1997 • Pasadena Arts Center, studying fine art
1992 -1995 • Art Department, computer graphic - posters and magazine covers for sets and props - "It's Pat" - the movie. "The Feminine Touch"
1984 -1992 • Pounding the pavements...various Dance, Theatre, Movies
fine art website: www.hayleytolkin.com
email: gotolkin@mac.com