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Amy Von Lintel is a Professor of Art History at West Texas A&M University in the Department of Art, Theatre and Dance within the Sybil B. Harrington College of Fine Arts and Humanities. She also serves as the Director of the Gender Studies Certificate Program and is a faculty and advisory board member of the Center for the Study of the American West (CSAW). Previously, she served on the Board of Trustees of the Amarillo Museum of Art.
Dr. Von Lintel's educational background includes a BA in Art History, French, and European Studies from the University of Kansas (2001, summa cum laude), an MA in Art History from Southern Methodist University (2003), and a PhD in Art History from the University of Southern California (2010).
Her research focuses on modern and contemporary art of the Texas Panhandle region, with particular emphasis on Georgia O'Keeffe, Abstract Expressionism, and women artists of the American West. She has expanded her research from earlier work on popular contexts of art history to the specific art of the Texas Panhandle. Her scholarly approach integrates gender studies with regional art history, examining how women artists have shaped the American West's artistic landscape.
Dr. Von Lintel's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on regional art history with national significance. Her work shows increasing specialization in Texas Panhandle art, Georgia O'Keeffe studies, and women's contributions to Abstract Expressionism, with several publications appearing in the 2020-2025 timeframe indicating active, ongoing research.
- all-university Instructional Excellence Award (2014)
- departmental award for research (2016)
- Magister Optimus all-university teaching award (2018)
- Up-and-Coming Distinguished Volunteer for the Golden Nail Society of Amarillo (2015)
- Silver Medal in the Fine Art category at the 2017 Independent Publisher Book Awards
- Southwest Books of the Year 'Top Picks' recognition
Dr. Von Lintel maintains strong connections with regional art institutions and actively incorporates museum visits into her teaching. She runs the 'WTAMU Art History' Facebook page and '@panhandlearthistory' Instagram account to connect students and the community with regional art opportunities. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes engaging students intellectually, critically, and creatively with art history through diverse course offerings and study abroad experiences.
