Janel Jacobson facts for kids

Janel Jacobson, born in 1950 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is an American artist. She is well-known for her beautiful creations in both ceramics (art made from clay) and woodcarving (shaping wood).

She began her artistic journey by carving delicate objects from porcelain, a type of fine ceramic. Later, she changed her main material to wood, often using a special kind called boxwood.

Janel Jacobson's Art Journey

Janel Jacobson started her career working with clay, specifically porcelain. Porcelain is a very hard and white type of ceramic. It's often used for fancy dishes and detailed sculptures.

Over time, she decided to explore a different material: wood. She became an expert at woodcarving. She often uses boxwood, which is known for being very fine-grained and good for detailed work.

Where to See Her Amazing Art

Janel Jacobson's artwork is so special that it is displayed in several important museums across the United States. You can find her pieces in:

• The Philadelphia Museum of Art
• The Racine Art Museum
• The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM)
• The Yale University Art Gallery

The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) even bought several of her works. This happened as part of a big celebration for the Renwick Gallery's 50th Anniversary. It shows how much her art is valued!