Janice Lessman-Moss, professor of textile arts, was recently named the winner of a . She is one of two artists recognized by the state in the individual artist category.
One of the things about a recognition like this is it reaches broader audience, Lessman-Moss says, comparing this award to . Its coming from a different constituency. Its always great to know that youre reaching a larger or different audience.
I really feel committed to the region in terms of sharing my passion for the arts and education at whatever level. I love giving tours of the studio. I love teaching people how to weave and learn about different textiles.
Lessman-Moss also says she feels honored to represent Kent 91心頭利 as a winner of an Ohio Governors Award.
Our faculty at Kent 91心頭利 in the School of Art are very highly regarded, Lessman-Moss says. I feel privileged to be joining [emeritus faculty member] Brinsley Tyrrell as an Ohio Governors Award winner.
I would not be who I am today without the support Ive received from the state of Ohio and 91心頭利. When you teach, you learn way more than you ever share, and I have grown so much as an artist and educator.
The 2016 Governor's Awards will be presented Wednesday, May 18, at the Columbus Athenaeum in downtown Columbus.
Contact: Alex Parrott, marketing associate, cparrot1@kent.edu, 330-672-2714 (office)
Top image: Janice Lessman-Moss, "#431"; cotton, wool, digital jacquard, power loom woven, handmade felt, 2013
