Artwork by Joy Zasadny on display in Pine Art Gallery

Images above: Artworks by Dr. Joy Zasadny as seen through the exhibit glass.

You may know Joy Zasadny, D.C., from BIOL 1250 - General Biology I, BIOL 1260 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I, or BIOL 1270 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II. Dr. Zasadny is known for her teaching role at PTC in the sciences, but not many know about her artistic streak.

Zasadny was raised in the western suburbs of Minneapolis and has been creating art for many years. Zasadny says she considers it her passion as well as her form of healing relaxation.

"I have all kinds of hobbies and interests including hiking, fishing, drawing, painting and pottery, but I draw most of my inspiration, as well as my materials, from my love for the outdoors," Zasadny says.

In 2007, Zasadny graduated from Northwestern Health Science University as a Doctor of Chiropractic and now works at a private practice in St. Croix Falls, Wis. in addition to teaching at PTC. Zasadny completed her undergraduate work in Dubuque, Iowa; Melbourne, Fla.; and she finished her B.S. in exercise science at Milligan College in Johnson City, Tenn.

Following her graduation from Milligan College, she completed a six month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, hiking from Georgia to Maine. Rock climbing, hiking, skiing, fishing and canoeing are among her interests, though surfing on Lake Superior is her newest sporting challenge.

"I'm motivated and awed by the wonders God has created, and this can be seen in my art form," Zasadny says. "It was my interest in fly fishing that led me to take a fly-tying class, and just one day while choosing materials for tying, I considered the variety of the feathers and thought they should be displayed for their very own beauty," Zasadny adds.

Since then, Zasadny has been creating what is affectionately called "Art on the Fly." You can see Zasadny's artwork on display now through Sept., 2011. The exhibit features works of original art created by established and/or emerging artists from the Pine Area, embracing the talent and creativity of Pine Technical College students, staff, faculty and the larger Pine community. The exhibit changes seasonally, and many kinds of artworks are showcased, including paintings, photographs, pottery, sculptures, sketches, wood carvings and more. If you are an artist from the Pine Area and wish to exhibit your works in the Pine Art Gallery, see the Pine Technical College Marketing Director in Student Affairs.