Susanne Crane facts for kids
Susanne Maria Crane (born in 1966) is an American artist who lives and works in Minnesota. She is known for her colorful paintings and her work in community art projects.
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Early Life and Artistic Journey
Susanne Crane was born in Frankfurt, Germany. She moved to the United States when she was very young. She grew up in La Crosse, Wisconsin. There, she was very involved in art and theater. In 1991, she moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota.
From 1995 to 2000, Susanne Crane started and owned an art gallery. It was called The Art Underground. This gallery was a place where artists could work together. It was located in Minneapolis.
What Kind of Art Does She Make?
Susanne Crane is famous for her unique paintings. She often uses a "montage" style. This means she combines different images into one artwork. Her art often includes symbols and images from myths. These images give her work a spiritual and dreamlike feeling.
Her paintings are very colorful. She uses acrylic paints. She loves to explore folk tales and myths from different cultures. These include stories from Asian, Mexican, African, and Native American history. Her painting style makes these stories look like they are from a dream.
Exhibitions and Community Art
Susanne Crane has shown her artwork for over 20 years. Most of her exhibitions have been in Minnesota. One notable piece was a "Charlie Brown Around Town" statue. This was displayed in St. Paul in 2001. Today, she works from her art studio. It is located in a large old building in Albert Lea.
Art Projects in Albert Lea
Susanne Crane has done a lot for the community in Albert Lea. She has organized a series of 18 murals in the city. Murals are large paintings on walls. She also helps lead the Freeborn County Arts Initiative. This group started in 2012. It works to bring more art to the area.
In 2005, Crane started working to restore the Bessessen Opera House. This is a historic building. She also helps create new art spaces in Southeastern Minnesota. Besides her own art, she teaches art classes. She teaches at several places in Minneapolis.
