Marianne Huebner

Artist Bio:

Wisconsin-born artist Marianne Huebner studied fine art at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and abroad in Florence, Italy, earning her BFA. She later received a master’s degree in art therapy.

A leader in the art therapy field, Marianne has presented nationally, served as president of the Wisconsin Art Therapy Association, and taught as adjunct faculty at Mount Mary University. In 2011, she was honored with an International Award from the Ronald McDonald House Global Corporation for her impactful work with grieving and traumatized families. She currently practices in Charlotte, North Carolina, working in a mental health center with adults navigating mental illness, trauma, and co-occurring addictions.

This deeply meaningful work in art therapy informs her artistic practice, imbuing it with emotional depth and a narrative sensibility. She approaches each piece as a kind of love song—quiet, contemplative, and layered with insight—inviting a reserved understanding that unfolds over time.

Artist Statement:

Marianne’s most recent work is inspired by the practice of Metta meditation—a contemplative tradition centered on loving-kindness, compassion, and the recognition of our shared interconnectedness. In a world increasingly marked by fragmentation, noise, and uncertainty, her images offer moments of stillness where the organic and industrial converge, and where light and shadow engage in quiet dialogue. Through these visual encounters, Marianne explores the subtle threads that connect us to one another and to the environments we inhabit. Each image becomes a small sanctuary, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and experience a fleeting sense of presence amid the distractions of contemporary life.