MJ Lounsberry

MJ Lounsberry is a Lecturer in the Department of Painting and Drawing at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). They hold a BFA from SAIC (2017) and an MFA from the same institution (2023). Lounsberry’s work has been showcased in notable exhibitions, including Women on the Verge at Rhona Hoffman Gallery (2023) and Baby Blue Gallery (2021). They teach courses such as Comics Painting and Drawing and Figure Drawing: Multi-Level, emphasizing both traditional and experimental techniques in visual arts.

Research interests include contemporary art practices with a focus on comics and figure drawing, reflecting their pedagogical approach and exhibition history. Awards include the SAIC Leon W Guggenheim Scholarship (2021–2023). Courses taught combine technical skill development with conceptual exploration, preparing students for diverse art practices.

• Education: BFA (2017), MFA (2023) – School of the Art Institute of Chicago
• Exhibitions: Women on the Verge (2023), Baby Blue Gallery (2021)
• Courses Taught: Comics Painting and Drawing, Figure Drawing: Multi-Level