Victoria
Thompson-Hess

Thompson-Hess is a multi-media artist whose painting, drawings, mosaic wall-hangings and vessels have been exhibited at a variety of galleries including Faustina, Garret, Maple Run, Gmeiner, Mercyhurst College, and the former Gallery-on-the-Greene in Eagles Mere. In addition to coast-to-coast locations in the United States, Thompson-Hess’ one-of-a-kind tile mosaics, ceramic beads, and vessels can be found in collectors’ homes in France, Germany, Australia, and Japan.

Plates, beads, and bowls are just a few of the pieces she forms completely by hand, and each is completely original. Her Victoria’s vessels are formed by using either the drape-ware process or by hand building and allowed to dry slowly. They are finished with her special glazes, obtaining the vibrant colors that denote her work.

A native of Muncy, where historic artifacts are savored, and her inspiration comes from her love of family, gardens and animals.

“The things that inspire me are Muncy’s old homes and trees and the children who laugh and talk while making their art in my studio,” she said. She offers art classes for all ages at her studio from September to May.