Marsha Olson

Marsha Olson is a Visiting Professor at MCAD, specializing in the art and religions of South Asia. Her research focuses on Indo-Portuguese ivory statuettes from Goa and Sri Lanka (17th-18th centuries), analyzing iconography, devotional practices, and cultural syncretism. She holds a Double MA and PhD from the University of Minnesota.

Education:

• Double MA, University of Minnesota
• PhD, University of Minnesota

Research Interests: Dr. Olson examines how artworks mediate cultural intersections, particularly in colonial contexts. Her work explores material culture, religious iconography, and the socio-political dimensions of artistic production in South Asia.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed in available records. She may contribute to interdisciplinary projects at MCAD but no further details provided.

Labs/Teams: No affiliated labs or collaborative teams mentioned.