Kelsie McNair
@kelsiemcnair
I create, teach, and exhibit stained glass while building creative brands and workshops.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I create and teach stained glass through Soft Shapes, where I lead private sessions, design work, photograph projects, and direct social media.
I've taught at UrbanGlass, Craftsman Ave, SnowFarm Craft School of New England, Shiny Sparkle Labs, and the National Council of Jewish Women New York. I developed and taught more than 50 stained glass workshops at Craftsman Ave and taught Glass Survey for NYU through UrbanGlass for four semesters.
My work spans stained glass production, photography, brand building, curation, and independent retail. I've founded Soft Shapes, SMIRK SUPPLY, With Lavender & Lace, and Kelsie McNair Photography & Design, and exhibited work including “Daughter Panels” and “Proper Panel.”
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Stained Glass Educator
National Council of Jewish Women New York
Jan 2026 - Present (9 months)
Educator specializing in stained glass instruction.
Stained Glass Educator
Shiny Sparkle Labs
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Educator specializing in stained glass instruction.
Stained Glass Production
HB Lighting
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Production role in stained glass creation.
Stained Glass Educator
SnowFarm Craft School of New England
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Educator specializing in stained glass instruction.
Founder, Stained Glass Designer, Educator, Social Media Director, Photographer
Soft Shapes
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Founded and managed a stained glass studio, designing and teaching, while directing social media and photography.
Social Media + Content Manager, Consultant, & Photographer
Renegade Craft
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 9 months)
Managed social media and content, consulted, and provided photography services.
Founder, Creative/Commercial Photographer, Social Media Wizard, Product Designer
Kelsie McNair Photography & Design
Jan 2008 - Present (18 years 9 months)
Founded a photography and design business, providing creative and commercial photography, social media management, and product design.
Assisted in teaching glass courses at NYU via UrbanGlass.
Stained Glass Artist
Friend of All Collective
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Created stained glass art as part of a collective.
Founder, Brand Creator, Designer, Photographer, Social Media
Smirk Supply
Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 11 months)
Founded and managed a brand, creating designs, photography, and social media content.
Floral Designer
Kate Fiora Floral Studio
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 11 months)
Designed floral arrangements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography, Bookbinding, and Digital Printing
2009 - 2011
Pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in Photography, Bookbinding, and Digital Printing.
The New England Institute of Art
Associate of Science, Audio Production and Engineering
2007 - 2009
Earned an Associate of Science in Audio Production and Engineering.
Tidewater Community College
Courses, General Studies
2006 - 2007
Completed courses in College Composition, Photography, and Alternative Photo Process.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Website
smirksupply.comSalary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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