Curriculum Vitae {CV}

SHELBY FERNATT

Cynder-x [at] outlook.com — Instagram: Instagram

Shepherdstown WV, 25443 — References upon request

PROFILE

Shelby Fernatt is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores themes of mental health, identity, and social commentary through various mediums. Their art serves as both an expressive outlet and a bridge for understanding, transforming abstract ideas into compelling visual narratives. From an early age, Fernatt found solace in creation, using art as a means of self-expression and control. Over time, their work has evolved into a thoughtful exploration of human complexity, blending raw emotion with intentional composition. Influenced by personal experiences and cultural dialogues, Fernatt’s art invites engagement, challenges perspectives, and sparks meaningful reflection.

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

- Sales Associate, JOANNES FABIC; Dunbar, WV — 2020-2021

Managing material, Fabric cutting, restocking, cashier, advising customers on generalized crafting and making needs.

- Cosmetologist, Serenity Day Spa and Salon; Martinsburg, WV — 2021

Hairstylist, nail technician, aesthetician, client communication

- Cosmetologist, Roots Saon; Shepherdstown, WV — 2021-2023

Hairstylist, aesthetician, client communication

- Fabrication Lab Monitor, Fastner Lab; Shepherdstown, WV — 2022-present

safety monitoring, teaching, equipment maintenance

EDUCATION

- Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV — Bachelors of Fine Arts

- McMurran Scholar and Dean List Member

Academic Awards:

Recipient of Promise Scholarship, Deans Award, and Rauch Award

EXHIBITIONS

Gaze beyond, Shepherd University Student Honors Exhibit, Phaze 2 gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2022

The Sins, Art Market, Evolve Gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2022

Grief 02, Sans Merci 2023 Exhibit, Marinoff Theatre, Shepherdstown WV, 2023

Fruitful Discourse, and A Bygone Treat, Sugar Swept Exhibit, Sugar Whipped Gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2023

Surrender, Guilt, and Identity of Decay, Shepherd University Student Honors Exhibit, Phaze 2 gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2023

Guilt, Flesh, ArtTrek Gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2023

Surrender, and Guilt, Visual Arts Collective Fall Exhibit, Scarborough Library, Shepherdstown WV 2023

Consumption, and Faded From Memory, Sans Merci 2024 exhibit, Marinoff Theatre, Shepherdstown WV, 2024

Eternal Gambit, and Consumption, Shepherd University Student Honors Exhibit, Phaze 2 gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2024

Warden, and Gynandromorphism, Shepherd University Student Honors Exhibit, Phaze 2 gallery, Shepherdstown WV, 2025

Puppeteered, and Preserver, Sans Merci 2024 exhibit, Marinoff Theatre, Shepherdstown WV, 2025

PERSONA, collaborative exhibit, Shepherdstown Community Club, Shepherdstown WV, 2025

PUBLICATIONS

Sans Merci Volume 47 — Sans Merci Volume 48 — Sans Merci Volume 49

AWARDS

Honorable mention, Phaze 2 Gallery Student Honors Exhibit 2023

Best in Art, Sans Merci Volume 48