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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Selected Exhibitions
Accomplishments
Languages
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Magdalene Jacobson (Mantra Cora)

Hoisington,KS

Summary

Accomplished visual artist, educator, and curator with extensive experience managing exhibitions, galleries, and international art programs. Skilled in curatorial coordination, gallery operations, and fine arts instruction, with expertise in historical and contemporary painting techniques, including Mischtechnik. Recognized for leading international exhibitions, mentoring emerging artists, and fostering inclusive, engaging creative environments. Committed to connecting audiences with transformative art experiences and promoting excellence in visual arts programming.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Fort Hays State University - Art & Design
Hays, Kansas
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in preparing course materials for undergraduate art classes.
  • Facilitated discussions and provided feedback during studio critiques.
  • Supported faculty in organizing departmental events and exhibitions.
  • Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to students.
  • Managed inventory of art supplies for classroom use.

Adjunct Art Instructor

Barton County Community College
Great Bend, Kansas
01.2022 - Current
  • Teach Watercolor I & II, Drawing I & II, Painting I & II, and Historical Painting Techniques.
  • Develop curriculum, lesson plans, and assessments; provide individual critique and mentorship.
  • Foster an inclusive and experimental studio environment.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student artwork and progress.

Co-Curator of Art Exhibition

Old Masters New Visions
Hoisington, Kansas
05.2013 - Current

Co-Curator – The Legacy of Light, Schloss Gloggnitz, Austria (2016)

  • Coordinated exhibition with 87 international artists; oversaw catalogue production, installation, and logistics.

Co-Curator – Old Masters New Visions (International) (2015–Present)

  • Managed exhibition production, artist and public communications, promotional materials, and installation/deinstallation processes.

Exhibition Coordination & Guest Services – Palais Palffy, Vienna, Austria (2012)

  • Cataloged artworks and assisted with visitor engagement in museum and atelier settings.

Art Instructor

Old Masters New Visions Seminars
Hoisington, Kansas
05.2013 - Current
  • Supported diverse learning styles through differentiated instruction techniques.
  • Lead workshops in Mischtechnik and classical painting methods across Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
  • Mentored aspiring international artists, providing feedback on their work and growth.
  • Organized art exhibitions to showcase student artwork and creativity.

Artist - Self Employed

Mantra Cora
Hoisington, Kansas
05.2010 - Current
  • Created original artwork for gallery exhibitions and community events.
  • Conducted workshops to teach artistic techniques to diverse audiences.
  • Managed art supplies and maintained an organized studio environment.
  • Created promotional materials such as brochures or flyers for upcoming events or classes.
  • Managed social media accounts for the studio by creating content and responding to inquiries from customers.

Assistant Gallery Director

Moss-Thorns Gallery, FHSU
Hays, Kansas
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated with artists for artwork installation and deinstallation processes.
  • Managed exhibition installations, artwork cataloging, and inventory.
  • Created labels for artwork in accordance with museum standards.
  • Developed digital materials and presentation content; coordinated gallery programming.

Internship - Gallery Assistant and Apprenticeship

Ernst Fuchs Atelier, Phantasten Museum
Vienna, Austria
06.2012 - 10.2012
  • Assisted with gallery exhibitions and installations at renowned art atelier.
  • Collaborated with artists to prepare for workshops and events at the museum.
  • Managed art pieces documentation and ensured proper storage conditions.
  • Tracked inventory levels in order to reorder supplies when necessary.
  • Assisted internationally renowned artist Ernst Fuchs in his daily painting practice.

Education

Master of Arts - Painting

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
11-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

The University of Salford
Manchester, UK
07-2013

N/A - Mischetchnik

Old Masters New Visions
International

Skills

  • International Collaboration – Cross-cultural communication, project coordination, institutional partnership development
  • Gallery & Exhibition Management – Strategic planning, exhibition design, installation oversight, risk management
  • Curatorial Coordination – Artist selection, thematic development, catalogue production, marketing coordination
  • Fine Arts Instruction – Curriculum development, student mentorship, assessment, inclusive teaching
  • Historical & Contemporary Painting Techniques – Mischtechnik, Grisaille, oil/tempera methods, technical mastery
  • Art Cataloging & Inventory Management – Collection documentation, condition reporting, digital archiving
  • Media & Public Relations – Press communication and public speaking
  • Studio & Workshop Leadership – Program facilitation, mentorship, resource management, technical demonstration

Affiliations

PRISMA AiR Residency, Lisbon, Portugal (2025)

Selected Exhibitions

  • Visionary Muses Art Collective, Santa Barbara, CA (upcoming September 2026)
  • Bart Art, Shafer Art Gallery, Barton Community College, Great Bend, KS (2025)
  • Dreams and Divinities, Touring Exhibition – Vienna, Austria; Paris, France; Madrid, Spain; London, UK (2020–2024)
  • A Legacy of Light, Schloss Gloggnitz, Austria (2016)
  • Exhibition of Fantastic Art, Lower Gallery, Ernst Fuchs Museum, Vienna, Austria (2015)

Full exhibition history available upon request.

Accomplishments

1st Place, Painting – ROAR Exhibition, Russell, KS (2023)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Elementary

Timeline

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Fort Hays State University - Art & Design
08.2024 - Current

Assistant Gallery Director

Moss-Thorns Gallery, FHSU
08.2023 - 05.2024

Adjunct Art Instructor

Barton County Community College
01.2022 - Current

Co-Curator of Art Exhibition

Old Masters New Visions
05.2013 - Current

Art Instructor

Old Masters New Visions Seminars
05.2013 - Current

Internship - Gallery Assistant and Apprenticeship

Ernst Fuchs Atelier, Phantasten Museum
06.2012 - 10.2012

Artist - Self Employed

Mantra Cora
05.2010 - Current

Master of Arts - Painting

Fort Hays State University

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

The University of Salford

N/A - Mischetchnik

Old Masters New Visions
Magdalene Jacobson (Mantra Cora)