Viggo Holm Madsen

Background

Madsen, Viggo Holm was born on April 21, 1925 in Kaas, Denmark. Arrived in United States, 1931, naturalized, 1938. Son of Vigilious Holm and Bolina (Christiansen) Madsen.

Education

Student, Fort Trumbull Maritime Academy, 1945. Student, Anderson College, 1946—1948. Bachelor of Fine Arts with cum laude, Syracuse University, 1951.

Master of Fine Arts, Syracuse University, 1952.

Career

Teacher art Marathon Central School, New York, 1952—1955, South Side Junior High School, Rockville Centre, 1955—1960. Adjunct professor art Nassau Community College, Garden City, since 1966. Instructor crafts Adelphi University, Garden City, 1975—1980.

Faculty member USDAN Center Arts, 1986—1987. President Long Island Graphic Eye Gallery, Port Washington, New York, 1983—1985. Member Art Advisory Council, Port Washington Library.

Gallery, New York, since 1984. Secretary Gallery 84, New York City, New York Graphic Arts Council. Member editorial board Art in Action, 1972.

With USMS.

Achievements

• Viggo Holm Madsen has been listed as a notable artist, art educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Albertson Civic Association, New York, since 1980, Bayside Men's Glee Club, 1968—1972. Committeeman Liberal Party, Long Island, 1970. Member Men's Club, East Williston Community Church.

Member of Long Island Craftsman's Guild (chairman graphics group 1983-1985), Long Island Craftsmen's Association (chairman media since 1960, Excellence award 1972), New York State Teachers Association (life. President 1964-1965).

Interests

• Music, golf, sports.

Connections

Married Lois Irene Featherston, June 8, 1949. Children: Kirk Holm, Karen Kris.