Janis Mars Wunderlich
Janis Mars Wunderlich | |
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Born | Akron, Ohio, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Education | Brigham Young University, Ohio State University |
Known for | Ceramics, painting |
Website | janismarswunderlich |
Janis Mars Wunderlich (born 1970)[1] is a ceramic artist, currently an assistant professor of art at Monmouth College.
Wunderlich was born in Akron, Ohio and received a BFA from Brigham Young University and an MFA from Ohio State University. As she raised five children, Wunderlich established an art career both in the gallery and as a professor. As of 2020, she is an assistant professor of art history, ceramics, and art foundations at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois.[2]
Art
Wunderlich's preferred mediums are clay and printmaking. Her work is a distinctive mix of styles and themes and a special emphasis on motherhood.
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Recognition
She was profiled in a documentary
Personal life
Wunderlich is the mother of five children. Wunderlich is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is also a Boston-qualifying marathon runner.[10]
As she raised her children, Wunderlich located her studio in the corner of her dining room so she was only a few steps from access to her art. She would work in the early mornings, during nap times, and after children went to bed.[11]
References
- ^ "Janis Mars Wunderlich". Ceramics Today. Retrieved August 5, 2021.
- ^ Fisher, Kate (February 1, 2018). "Janis Mars Wunderlich". Both Artist and Mother. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Turner, Anderson. "Challenging Canton exhibit explores the meaning of motherhood", Akron Beacon Journal, 12 December 2019. Retrieved on 31 December 2019.
- ^ Starker, Melissa (August 1, 2014). "Human Form explored at Ohio Craft Museum". Columbus Dispatch. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Goldstein, Jami (September 15, 2015). "Greater Columbus Arts Council Announces 2016 Dresden Residency Recipients". Greater Columbus Arts Council. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ "About the Artist" (PDF). Dialogue Journal. 2004. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Jozwick, Tabi. "Wunderlich at work", The McDonough County Voice, 19 September 2019. Retrieved on 19 June 2020.
- ^ Lavender, Dave (October 13, 2008). "Documentary chronicles women working in arts, raising families". Herald-Dispatch. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Catsoulis, Jeannette (October 16, 2016). "The Competing Demands of Muse and Family". The New York Times. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Infanger, Garrick (February 1, 2016). "Janis Mars Wunderlich: Ceramics". The Krakens. Retrieved July 28, 2019.
- ^ Angelica, Marion (January 1, 2017). "The Balancing Act". Studio Potter. Retrieved July 28, 2019.