Art that resonates

Jamie Lee Wandel is an artist and educator with over 15 years of teaching experience. She specializes in painting and drawing, and is currently pursuing her Master of Fine Arts at William Paterson University. Her work explores themes of universality and resonance, with recent exhibitions at the Hobart Manor, the Montclair Art Museum Faculty Show, and Mana Contemporary.

Teaching & Community Engagement

  • Little Falls Middle School – Full-Time Art Teacher, Grades 5-8 
  • Montclair Art Museum – Studio Instructor for children and adults
  • Village of Ridgewood Parks & Recreation – Instructor for youth art programs
  • Passaic County Art Center – Faculty for adult and teen courses

Exhibition & Recognition

  • Montclair Art Museum Faculty Show, 2025
  • Mana Contemporary Museum, Jersey City, 2025
  • Bayonne Public Library, 2025
  • Upcoming solo exhibition – The Gallery, Glen Rock, 2026

Education & Certification

  • MFA in Visual Arts (Painting & Drawing), William Paterson University (in progress)
  • M.S. in Museum Studies, University of Glasgow
  • M.A. in Teaching, New Jersey City University
  • B.A. in Studio Art & Art History, Aquinas College
  • NJ Standard Teaching Certificate – Teacher of Art
  • HSK Level 5 Chinese Proficiency, Peking University

Professional Affiliations

  • Studio Montclair – Member
  • American Art Therapy Association – Member
  • Oil Painters of America – Associate Member