Schip Hill Art           

Judith M. Thompson

                To view a painting by Judith Thompson is to enter the woman’s world of expression, emotion and intelligence. A Judith  woman is a strong, calm resting place in the maelstrom of daily life. Her subjects portray that outer manifestation of the inner workings that make us human. Women-these wonderful vessels of unfathomable depths are explored and clarified. Judith’s unique use of textiles, that are vibrant burst of color and blazing tones, flows from her years of designing beautiful female attire for independent boutiques in Manhattan.

                By donating her time and creative effort Judith has supported various charities such as the Daffodil Ball for Capitol Hospice and both public and private schools. She encourages budding artists by teaching classes at the Loudoun County Art Academy. While living in Ojai, California she conducted Studio Workshops to expand the interests and skills of adolescents seeking careers in art. A multi-talented woman Judith has given color and décor consultations to a number of homes in Loudoun County.

                Judith grew up in New Canaan, Connecticut, one of six children of Marge and Ray Peterson. After marrying her husband Jesse Thompson, a Physicians’ Assistant, she moved to Ojai, California for six years. Since returning East she and her husband have built her studio, Schip Hill Arts in Purcellville, Virginia.

Two Schipperkes, Macy and Foxen, inspire the studio name and the artist.