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Mariah Nolen

Artist & Instructor

Radford, VA mariahnolenphoto@gmail.com

EDUCATION

TEACHING

SKILLS

EXHIBITIONS

AWARDS

ADDISIONAL PERSONAL EXPERTISE

CLUBS

Master of Fine Arts, Photography

Radford University | Radford, VA | May 2025

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography

Radford University | Radford, VA | May 2022

Graduate Teaching Fellow, Graduate Teaching Assistant, and Graduate Assistant | 2024 – 2025 Radford University | Radford, VA

Digital Photography 1 & 2
Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures.
Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
Supported instructors in grading exams and papers, maintaining accurate records of student performance throughout the semester.
Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
Assisted in the development of course materials, ensuring content was relevant and engaging for students.

Adobe Suite Studio Production Microsoft Office 365 Schedule Management Department Management

Darkroom Development & Printing Digital Printing and Scanning

PC & Mac Operating Systems

D2L LMS

Advising

MFA Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2025

Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2025

Beneath the Selu Conservancy |Andrew Ross Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2024

Anti-Art, Mini Museum | McConnell Library at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2024

Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2024

Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2023

2x2 Show, Mini Museum | McConnell Library at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2023

Paperwork Show | Andrew Ross Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2023

Darkside of the Moon | Covington Center at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2023

“New Voice” Emerging Artist Exhibition | Floyd Center for the Arts | Floyd, VA | 2022

Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2020

Andrew Ross Photography Award | Juried Student Art Show |Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2025

Award of Merit | Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2024

Graduate Award of Excellence | Juried Student Art Show | Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2023

Award of Merit | Juried Student Art Show |Tyler Gallery at Radford University | Radford, VA | 2022

Mariah Nolen Photo | 2022 – Present |Radford, VA

Professional Headshots
Graduation Photos
Commissions

Adjunct Instructor | Digital Photography 1 | Aug 2025 | Radford University | Radford, VA

Speaker and Discussant for 'Making Work: Gender and Creativity in Contemporary Art' as part of Women’s History Month | 2024 | Radford University | Radford, VA

Juror | Southwest Virginia High School Art Show | 2024 | Tyler Gallery | Radford, VA

Administrative Assistant | Telephone Management | 2022 – Present | Radford University | Radford, VA

Graduate Student Art Association Member | 2022 – 2025 | Social Media Manager | Radford University | Radford, VA

Ceramics Guild Member | 2023 – 2025 | Secretary |Radford University | Radford, VA