About
Statement
My art reflects my understanding of our complex past, honoring the beauty that American artists have been historically drawn to. My sculptures are generally made from wood locally gathered, not bought or gained through destroying trees, and reflect the environment in which they are found. Wood is my preferred medium because of the spirit it exudes in its grain, its texture, and the subtlety. Furthermore, wood is a durable yet delicate substance requiring skill and precision, qualities I admire and seek to exude as an artist and individual. For me, the meticulous planning and execution woodworking requires represents the human responsibility toward maintaining the environment and its facets, regardless of popularly perceived significance. In my painting, I have explored color-field painting and other abstract methods and theories, however my current interests are geared towards representational paintings of nostalgic spaces from my past.
Biography
Torrin Rasmussen grew up in the American West cherishing the countless family excursions to state and national parks, and summers at her grandparents' horse ranch. Furthermore, these wonderful experiences in her formative years fostered a deep love of the Western landscape, but also a profound appreciation for the culture and legacy of the American West. During her undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University, in which she received her Bachelor’s of Fine Art and minors in both art history and creative writing, her courses articulated the emotional connection she had felt towards these environments, but they also contextualized the history of her nostalgia. Her art mirrors her passion for the American West and its legacy through passionate landscape paintings, non-subjective abstract paintings, graphite wildlife illustrations, and abstract wood sculptures. She currently resides in Utah with her two orange cats.
385.216.9503 - torrincrasmussen@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Professional artist and illustrator with experience in writing, project management, team
coordination, and editing with a keen eye for detail, coherent idea expression, and precision.
Passionate about creating compelling visual content and completing tasks with accuracy and
efficiency. Track record of innovative ideas brought to life through meticulous planning and
execution.
Professional History
Freelance Editor and Writer………………………………………………………….......2024 – Present
Assistant Visual Arts Editor for BYU Inscape Journal…………………………………………2023
Co-Manager of the BYU Weight Room Art Gallery………………………………………….....2023
Freelance Artist, Illustrator, Graphic Designer……………………………………..2016 – Present
Assistant Salesperson for Kip Rasmussen, Illustrator…………………………..2014 – Present
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art, Brigham Young University…………………………………June 2024
Minor in Creative Writing……………………………………………………………………….....2023
Minor in Art History……………………………………………………………………………........2023
BYU Art Intensive Summer Program: Art and Nature of the Southwest………2023
BYU Department of Art New York Field Trip……………………………………………….2023
BYU Visual Culture Studies Association member……………………………………….2023
CV
Published in Berkeley University Poetry Review…………………………2022 and 2024
BYU Talent Award Recipient…………………………………………………..........2021 – 2024
Exhibition in Vera May Hinckley Art Show, BYU………………………….2020 and 2024
Bachelors of Art Open Studios Award, BYU…………………………………………......2023
Curated BYU’s Art Faculty Exhibition………………………………………………...........2023
Exhibition/Curation in “See Me” Int’l Sticker Art Show; USA, UK, Czechia….2023
Solo Exhibition, “Are You There?” Art Show, Salt Lake City Library…………….2023
Hart-Larsen Poetry Competition, First Place Winner………………………………….2023
Exhibition in the Light Encounters Art Show………………………………………….....2023
Exhibition in the BYU Art CARnival…………………………………………………............2022
Published, Cover Feature, Best in Show; BYU Inscape Journal…………………..2022
Curated “The Cabinet of Curiosities” Halloween Art Show, BYU…………………2022
