Samantha Mera Candedo
About Samantha Mera Candedo
Samantha Mera Candedo is an experienced exhibition designer currently working at The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. With a background in museum education and a strong focus on enhancing visitor experiences, she has held various roles in the museum sector since 2013.
Work at The Walters Art Museum
Samantha Mera Candedo has been employed at The Walters Art Museum as an Exhibition Designer since 2020. In this role, she focuses on creating engaging and informative exhibition spaces that enhance visitor experiences. Her work involves collaborating with various teams to design exhibitions that are both visually appealing and educational.
Previous Experience in Exhibition Design
Before her current position, Candedo held several roles that contributed to her expertise in exhibition design. She served as the Richard C. Von Hess Exhibition Design Intern at The Walters Art Museum for two months in 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Project and Research Coordinator at TEMPESTA DI MARE, INC. from 2017 to 2020, and as a Program Facilitator at the Museum of the American Revolution from 2017 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Candedo earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Museum Exhibition Planning and Design from The University of the Arts, completing her studies from 2017 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration from the same institution, which she completed from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background supports her creative and community-oriented approach to exhibition design.
Background in Education and Community Engagement
Candedo has a background in education, having worked as a Museum Guide and Educator at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she served as an Admissions Counselor at The University of the Arts for three years. Her fluency in Spanish enhances her ability to engage with diverse communities and broaden the accessibility of exhibitions.