Photograph by Carlos G. Vertanessian

Kate Shannon is an artist and associate professor at The Ohio State University Mansfield. Her creative work revolves around photography and has been exhibited widely, including at the Griffin Museum of Photography, Elmhurst Art Museum, and Masur Museum of Art. She has received support from the Greater Columbus Arts Council Artist Projects Grant, the Coca-Cola Critical Difference for Women Grant Program, and Ohio State University’s Michael V. Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning. She has also received Ohio State University Mansfield’s awards for both Excellence in Teaching and Excellence in Research. During 2025-2026, she served as The Ohio State University’s Artist Laureate, traveling across Ohio to connect with underserved communities through photography. Kate currently lives in Hilliard, Ohio, with her husband, kids, and cat.

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