Divine Ikpe, diviamici@gmail.con
Skills
Photo Editing, Video Editing, Music Production, Set Design, Styling
Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Physical and Digital Collage
Language Knowledge: Intermediate Spanish, Beginner French and German
Interpersonal Skills: time management, problem solving
Creativity, detail oriented, critical thinking, adaptability
Photo Editing, Video Editing, Music Production, Set Design, Styling
Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Physical and Digital Collage
Language Knowledge: Intermediate Spanish, Beginner French and German
Interpersonal Skills: time management, problem solving
Creativity, detail oriented, critical thinking, adaptability
Awards and Honors
Summer 2019 President's List, Fall 2019 Dean's List, Spring 2020 Dean’s List
Summer 2019 President's List, Fall 2019 Dean's List, Spring 2020 Dean’s List
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
May 2020, Cum Laude, Honors:3.51 GPA
Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY
Masters of Professional Studies, Creative Arts Therapy, May 2025
Professional Experience and Performances
Harvest Moon Fest at Innerspace: September 10, 2022
Organized by Rope Bridge: I will be performing alongside 6 other musical artists to celebrate the harvest moon!
YES MAAM GROUP ART SHOW THE BAKERY: August 21, 2022
An art party fundraiser on Sunday 8/21 at The Bakery's South Downtown Gallery. The exhibition will feature 50+ artists, a live DJ, raffle prizes from your favorite Atlanta brands, and more! We will encourage donations online and at the door and all artwork will be for sale. 100% of the funds raised will be donated to Amplify Georgia, a collaborative of seven local reproductive health, rights, and justice organizations.
Defend The Forest Fest: July 28-30, 2022
A 3-day festival that consisted of a bunch of local musical artists who represented a large variety of genres. The goal of the festival was to help raise awareness about the impending (proposed) destruction of the Weelaunee Forest, which is an extremely important forest not only for the wildlife of the regain, but also for the people. It is the largest tree canopy in the nation and therefore should be preserved. I performed on the 2nd day of the festival.
Show at 529 in EAV: June 25, 2022
Organized by Irrelevant Music where I will be performing alongside Greenscreen and Allen Love plus and assortment of Irrelevant Music DJs
Show at “The Inner Space” in Underground Atlanta: June 7, 2022
Organized by Rope Bridge (whose tape label I’m under) where I performed alongside Jo Death, Unknown Ballers and Nancy Strong.
“Oh! My Heart…” Album Release Show: April 30, 2022
Organized and curated by me and Jake Van Valkenburg; A house show at “Big Lot!” where Painted Window, Divi.jpg (me) and DJ Dr Halloween performed
CDSM Album Release Show at The Earl: April 28 2022
Organized by Irrelevant Music; I opened for CDSM, Warm Red and Cindy Cane
Oh, Baby! Vintage V-Day Art Show AT THE BAKERY: February 12-13 2022
a gallery of vintage inspired, Valentine’s and love themed art pieces, as well as a consignment art market from a variety of artists mostly from marginalized identities.
Show at Sabbath Brewing: December 4, 2021
Organized by Trash Bunny where I performed alongside Downgrade, Vessel and Apprehend
PRETTY ART EGOS: Warehouse Art Show: February 22, 2020
Visual artist showcase consisting of photography, live painting and video art as well. I displayed a few of my favorite and most colorful photographs.
ART VENDOR AT THE BACKYARD YARD SALE 3: July 26, 2019
Art show with a wide Variety of art vendors, clothing vendors, and musical performers too. Fundraiser for the Housing Justice League. I sold some art and photography prints and performed a few songs as well.
YES MAAM GROUP EXHIBITION AT THE BAKERY: July 21, 2019
A group exhibition with 50+ artists which doubled as a fundraising event. Centered around creating an inclusive femme environment that encourages collaboration and the desire to positively impact your community.
"This year, with bills and lawmakers threatening healthcare and reproductive rights, we're donating to and partnering with one of the organizations fighting for justice with their feet on the ground in the courtroom. 100% of the profits from this event will be donated to the ACLU of Georgia."-description of the event from The Bakery's website
Work Experience
Freelance, Atlanta, GA
Photojournalist and Content Creator: May 2016– Present
Photograph and write articles for events
Interview artists
Photography and photo editing
Visual and Performing arts
Analyze media from both technical and psychological perspectives
THE GEORGIA VOICE, ATLANTA, GA
Freelance Web and Print writer: January 2022 – Present
Pitching articles for print (and occasionally web) to the editor
Interviewing artists and musicians
Writing articles relating to the LQBTQ+ community
Photojournalism
Freelance Web and Print writer: January 2022 – Present
Pitching articles for print (and occasionally web) to the editor
Interviewing artists and musicians
Writing articles relating to the LQBTQ+ community
Photojournalism
Joie de Vivre Counseling and Therapy, LLC, Atlanta, GA
Administrative Assistant Intern: September 2021 – December 2021
Various administrative tasks including answering and making phone calls
Scheduling clients, confirming insurance information, researching, marketing and blog writing
Administrative Assistant Intern: September 2021 – December 2021
Various administrative tasks including answering and making phone calls
Scheduling clients, confirming insurance information, researching, marketing and blog writing
Avant Youth, Atlanta, GA
Content Creator Intern: November 2018-August 2019
Fashion Photography, Event Photography, Videography
Interviewing and article writing
Observation, Research and Data Analysis
Social media Marketing
Cady Studios, Johns Creek, GA
Seasonal Photographer: June 2018 – November 2018
Studio, Event, and Outdoor photography for high school seniors
Helped to set up in the morning and close studio at night
Dressed and styled customers for certain scenes
Customer service and communication
Travel to various locations to work with clients
Set up equipment at road shoots
Seasonal Photographer: June 2018 – November 2018
Studio, Event, and Outdoor photography for high school seniors
Helped to set up in the morning and close studio at night
Dressed and styled customers for certain scenes
Customer service and communication
Travel to various locations to work with clients
Set up equipment at road shoots
Augusta University: Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre, Augusta, GA
Seasonal Box Office Associate: October 2017 – May 2018
Sell Tickets in person and electronically; cash and card
Count and maintain money within the control; help to maintain a balanced book
Help maintain cleanliness of Theatre
Help seat audience at large shows
Deposit money to Business Office
Seasonal Box Office Associate: October 2017 – May 2018
Sell Tickets in person and electronically; cash and card
Count and maintain money within the control; help to maintain a balanced book
Help maintain cleanliness of Theatre
Help seat audience at large shows
Deposit money to Business Office