Jean Elizabeth Mesberg Podell

Background

Podell, Jean Elizabeth Mesberg was born on February 19, 1917 in Eveluth, Minnesota, United States. Daughter of George and Clara (Belond) Mesberg.

Education

Student, Layton School Art, Milwaukee, 1935-1936.

Career

Member, Wisconsin Designer Craftsman, Milwaukee, 1957-1971; president, Wisconsin Designer Craftsman, Milwaukee, 1962-1964; director, Wisconsin Designer Craftsman, Milwaukee, 1965-1968; professional enamelist.

Achievements

• Jean Elizabeth Mesberg Podell has been listed as a notable Artist by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Wisconsin Designer-Craftsman (president 1962-1964, director 1965-1968), American Craftsman Council, Lamorinda Arts Alliance.

Interests

• Avocation: watercolor painting.

Connections

Married William B. Podell, November 30, 1941 (deceased 1973). 1 child, Penny E. Podell Ballantyne.

Father:

George Mesberg

Mother:

Clara (Belond) Mesberg

Spouse:

William B. Podell

child:

Penny E. Podell Ballantyne Podell