About
Anna K. Lemnitzer is an artist and researcher whose work explores the intricate and often chaotic patterns found in natural landscapes and universal systems. Her practice is grounded in a deep interest in the dynamic relationships between form, structure, and the forces that shape our environment, from the micro to the macro scale. She engages with these themes through both her art and academic research, often drawing on interdisciplinary methodologies to investigate the intersections of art, science, and nature.
Lemnitzer holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education: Sculpture from The University of Arizona, School of Art (2005), and a Master of Fine Arts in Art from the University of Montana, School of Art (2012). Her academic journey has been complemented by an extensive exhibition and collaboration history, including notable partnerships with institutions such as the National Wet Paint, the Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA) in Gimpo, South Korea, and Teachers College, Columbia University. Additionally, she has collaborated in educational programming with prestigious venues like the Andy Warhol Museum.
From 2013 to 2021, Lemnitzer served as the Director of the Interdisciplinary Arts Major and the Art Program at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, where she also held the position of Associate Professor of Art. In this role, she played a pivotal part in shaping the curriculum and fostering a dynamic creative community.
Lemnitzer’s recent residencies in Montana and New Mexico have provided her with the opportunity to further explore the geological and ecological formations of the American landscape. These experiences continue to inform her ongoing investigations into the interconnectivity of natural systems and the aesthetics of chaos and order.
Currently, Anna is an Assistant Professor of Art and Design at West Texas A&M University, where she teaches in the Foundations and Digital Art programs. Her teaching and creative practice continue to reflect her passion for both visual exploration and the theoretical underpinnings of art-making, engaging students in the critical conversations surrounding contemporary art and design.