Bio
Lisa Wilson was born and grew up just outside of Columbus, OH. From an early age, Lisa demonstrated a strong interest in the arts. Encouraged by her high school faculty, and supportive family, Lisa was fortunate to attend Indiana University in Bloomington, IN in pursuit of an undergraduate degree in the theatrical arts. While she enjoyed her studies in technical theater, Lisa quickly found herself enrolled in historical and studio arts courses as well. One of these courses was Introduction to Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design, and so it began. Lisa earned her B.A. in Theater and Drama in addition to her B.F.A. in Studio Art, metalsmithing and jewelry design, both with distinction, in May of 2007. Eager to continue her studies in metalsmithing, Lisa attended graduate school at Miami University in Oxford, OH, where she recently earned her M.F.A. As an emerging artist, Lisa has exhibited work in local, national, and internationally competitive juried exhibitions and has been honored by award on several occasions. Currently, the artist is pleased to be joining the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft as an artist-in-residence through August of 2011.