Woman with a Backhoe no. 3, 2026

Whole oils on museum matboard, Boylan white maple frame, varnished archival.

41.5 x 33.5 x 1 inches

Fair Market Value: $1,600

Starting Bid: $1,120

Buy It Now: $2,400

JULIE KREGNESS (JK) THORSEN is a full-time artist. She is honored to participate again in Bemis Center's Benefit Art Auction. Without pretension, trend, or put-upon theme, Thorsen produces and exhibits new work while continuing earth-friendly practices. She has her style and is often inspired by humor, experiences, relationships, non-violent play, our times, and the stories of others. Thorsen has taught and developed curricula for Joslyn Art Museum and UNMC's Weigel Williamson Low Vision Center; provided digital illustration for Hughes Space and Communications in California; designed bathing suits for Desmond's of Los Angeles; and designed tennis dresses with pockets for Neswick Court of Connecticut. She studied art and theatre (Duke Stroud) at Pasadena Junior College. Her work is found in collections, exhibits, galleries and, on occasion, thrift shops. She volunteers creative time for those who are without. Thorsen is represented by Rebecca Boylan's The Frame Service, 402-346-6130. You can visit Thorsen online at www.jkthorsen.com.