About
Suprina Kabadkar is a student illustrator attending school at Rochester Institute of Technology in New York. In her time off, she lives in East Hampstead, New Hampshire.
Suprina has won a silver medal and regional Gold Key and Gold Portfolio awards from the National Scholastic Art Awards. Currently works as a paint instructor for Paint the Town, a paint and sip organization, and as a 2D artist for a video game called Peaceland.
CV Suprina Kabadkar
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An illustrator with experience in leadership roles, organizing events, managing a committee that solves accessibility problems. Achieved high honors and dean’s list placement which displays a devoted work ethic with artistic achievement in national and regional art awards shows.
EDUCATION
Rochester Institute of Technology, New York — BFA
August 2023 – Present
Third year Illustration major at RIT. Current GPA 3.8. Dean’s List for 3 years. Minor in Advertising and Public Relations.
The Derryfield School, Manchester NH— High School Diploma
August 2020 – April 2023
Graduated with highest honors and a GPA of 4.04. Graduated with Distinction.
AWARDS
2023 National Scholastic Art Awards Silver Medal
Recognized artistic achievement at the national level for digital painting.
2023 Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key & Gold Portfolio
Highest recognized artistic achievement among regional high school students for a singular piece and a six work portfolio.
Visual Art Award
Given by the Derryfield Art Department to a student in recognition of outstanding interest, motivation and accomplishment.
The Christopher Morroni Master Craftsman Theatre Award
From the Regis Jesuit theatre director for excelling in building and taking on a leadership role.
SKILLS
Procreate | Illustrator | Photoshop | After Effects
Dedication | Leadership | Responsibility | Teamwork | Creativity | Organization | Time Management | Communication
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
2D Artist for Video Game, Peaceland
June 2026 – July 2026
Illustrator working in a multi-team project to develop art for a contemplative game over the summer.
Accessibility Chair, RIT Student Government
August 2025 – Present
Responsible for solving all petitions related to accessibility on campus, managing a committee, handling faculty relations, running events and overseeing a budget.
Paint Instructor, Paint the Town
June 2024 – Present
Teaches painting skills to all age groups. This requires patience, customer service, and being a positive source of energy that directly impacts their learning experience.
Small Business Owner, Etsy Shop
May 2021 – June 2024
Founded an Etsy shop that sells custom painted figurines and other collectibles. This enterprise required design, branding, packaging, customer service, and time-management skills, which grew sales and led to numerous five star reviews.
Events Officer, Disability Culture Club
August 2024 – March 2025
Drove donation based fundraising events that ensured the continuation of club, event planning and organizing, searching for and reserving adequate meeting spaces, drafting club announcements, and providing structure.
Art Club President— The Derryfield School
August 2021 – June 2023
Organized a paint-night fundraiser for the NHSPCA which raised $659, a card-giving event, and an art contest.
Set Designer & Construction Manager— Regis Jesuit High School
August 2019 – December 2019
Designed the final set, managed and led the build team of seven to create the set of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.