Diane Kruer

EDUCATION

1975 BFA    Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, Kentucky

1978 BA Art History, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, Kentucky

1981 MFA    University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio

APPRENTICESHIPS & RESIDENCIES

1981-86 Artist in Residence, Ohio Arts Council

PRIMARY WORK EXPIERIENCE

1975-79 Buyer- Fine Arts Supplies, Northern Kentucky University Bookstore

1978-80 Assistant to the Preparator, University of Cincinnati-Tangeman Gallery

1985 - Nativity School, Cincinnati, Ohio

1986-2014 Instructor of Fine Arts, Seven Hills Upper School, Cincinnati, Ohio

1986 - Hustead Elementary, Springfield, Ohio

BIOGRAPHY

Diane Kruer is best known for hand build porcelain vessel based sculptures incorporating a major element loosely based on a conical form. The apex of the cone is balanced on a rough base, often resembling slabs of stone and creating unique contrast and balance within each sculpture.

Kruer created clay sculptural forms from 1984 until 1994 and then shifted focus to photography, painting, and mixed media sculptures.