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| Judy A. Lenehan - Sculpture | ||||
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Judy A. Lenehan was born in Rochester, NY and currently resides just outside Baltimore in Churchville, MD. The major portion of her art training occurred in England at the City and Guilds of London Art School. Prior to London she had worked and studied in New York City at Hunter College, the School of Visual Arts, the Art Students League and the Riverside Museum. Following her four years in England, Lenehan returned Stateside to set up her studio in Utica, NY. During this time, she worked as a commercial silkscreen printer in addition to sculpting. A move back to Rochester introduced her to Rick Lenehan. They were married and remained in Rochester for another two years, as Lenehan continued sculpting portraits and private commissions. In 1984 the couple relocated to Baltimore, where Lenehan’s interest in art therapy led her to pursue a graduate degree in social work. Coming alongside individuals struggling with personal tragedies further enhanced her sensitivity to the effects of life’s pain and suffering. These insights, combined with her vital relationship with God, have added both depth and inspiration to her sculpture. While her own work was on display at the Artshowcase Gallery, Ms. Lenehan became involved in exhibition production work for several area museums, and in 1992, she accepted a full-time position as the graphics production artist for the Walters Art Museum. Increasing demands at the museum left less and less time for her sculpting, so after several years she left this position to return exclusively to her own studio work. Since that time, Lenehan’s work has moved in several different directions. Some of her work has been reproduced and marketed in major retail stores throughout the country. Her more personal work has been imagery from the Lord that she believes has been a word in due season for herself and others. She continues to work primarily in clay, casting her pieces into more permanent materials such as resin and bronze. From the very beginning, Lenehan has been inspired by the natural forms she sees around her, especially those of the human figure. She sees her work as an act of worship to Father, God....reflecting His heart, expressing His joy and visually speaking His words of hope and encouragement.Lenehan has completed commissions for non-profit organizations, individuals, and private industry. Her works are found in various private collections both in the USA and in Europe. CASTING VISIONS IN ART
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