Shannon Estlund

Shannon Estlund is an Academic Professor of Foundation Studies at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah, GA, since Fall 2021. Previously, she held adjunct and visiting professor roles at institutions including Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Augsburg University, and Macalester College. Her professional experience includes roles as a skills specialist in academic support, interim Learning Center director, and public art assistant.

• B.F.A., Art, University of Florida
• M.F.A., Visual Studies, Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Her research and creative work focus on visual arts pedagogy, public art installations, and contemporary painting practices. She has exhibited widely, including solo shows at Augsburg University and Rosalux Gallery, and participated in notable exhibitions like the MCAD Faculty Biennial and the Scottish Society of Artists Annual Exhibition. Her public sculptures include Fertile Ground and Diffraction.

Her awards include grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and recognition for her artistic contributions, such as the 2020 Best in Show at Attending to Wonder. She has also delivered lectures on topics like ideation in art and graduate teaching methodologies.

Estlund has contributed to academic advising, career services, and accessibility initiatives, supporting ESL students and those with disabilities. Her professional development efforts include designing workshops on critical thinking and digital skills.