Jennifer
McGill Thompson
Artist
Art Teacher
Theologican
Jennifer McGill Thompson is a Maryland based visual artist and educator. Her artwork celebrates the beauty of nature and the glory of God.
My Inspiration
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
What Art Will Do For You
Engages the Senses
Relieves Stress
Brings Joy
Inspires Creativity
Heals from Within
Introducing My Paintings
Uncommon Beauty is a series of drawings and paintings that celebrates God’s awesomeness that is shown through creation.
Name: Line Portrait. This portrait is a continuous line drawing. Medium: Ink on paper.
Name: Profile Portrait. This painting portrays the intense gaze of a woman with vision. Medium: Oil on canvas
Name: The Light Study. The Light is a study that depicts a woman emerging from the background with her face toward the light signifying hope. Medium: Oil on paper
About Me
Artist, Art Teacher, Theologian
Jennifer McGill Thompson was born in Baltimore, Maryland and currently lives and works in Upper Marlboro, MD. McGill Thompson is an ordained preacher and a visual artist. She received her Master of Divinity from Union Presbyterian Seminary (Richmond, Virginia) and her Master of Arts in Teaching from Maryland Institute College of Art (Baltimore, MD).
McGill Thompson enjoys sharing her love of art by teaching children and adults painting styles and techniques as well as Art History. She has taught both teachers and students at the Walters Art Museum, the Saint Louis Art Museum, and the Baltimore Museum of Art. She currently teaches Visual Art to students in Prince George’s County Maryland. McGill Thompson has been recognized throughout her career as an outstanding educator having received a nomination for PGCPS Teacher of the Year, MAEA New Art Educator of the Year, and BCPS Certificate of Appreciation.
McGill Thompson’s artwork is in private collections throughout the United States. Her work has been exhibited in publications and art galleries throughout the mid-Atlantic region.