Penny Olson's artistic journey is as diverse as it is impressive. Armed with a BFA from the esteemed California College of Arts and Crafts and an MFA from UCLA, she delved deeper into her craft through studies at prestigious institutions like the American Film Institute, Mills College, and the Miasa Bunka Center in Hongo Orimono Kobo, Japan. Her creative footprint spans continents, with exhibitions gracing renowned venues such as the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, Kyoto National Museum of Art, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in the Philippines. Internationally acclaimed, her work has found a home in esteemed collections including those of Kaiser Permanente, Neiman Marcus, and the Muyogi Museum of Art in Takasaki, Japan. With a portfolio that transcends boundaries and captures the essence of diverse cultures, Olson's artistic legacy continues to inspire audiences worldwide.  In 2022, Olson received a Pollack Krasner award.