Highpoint Staff:
Jehra Patrick, Executive Director
jehra@highpointprintmaking.org
Jehra Patrick (she/her) is the Executive Director of Highpoint. Jehra focuses on the vision and mission of Highpoint to create stronger relationships and engaging opportunities for participants on all levels. Jehra oversees operations, finances, board and staff relations, and strategic planning for the organization.
Jehra has a background as a studio artist and enjoys making work with her kids. While not at Highpoint, she’s often spending time with family, cooking, traveling, and seeing art.
Alex Blaisdell, Gallery Director
As Gallery Director, Alex (she/her) manages the inventory, and client relations, and oversees sales of Highpoint Editions’ artwork. Alex works directly with museums, private collectors, and institutions to place and promote the artist’s work from initial inquiry to installation. In addition, Alex also assists with guest-curated and international exhibitions at Highpoint. Alex is an animal lover and enjoys traveling, and movies.
Brian Wagner, Assistant Printer
brian@highpointprintmaking.org
As the Assistant Printer, Brian (they/them) works with the Lead Printer to collaborate with artists and create original prints. Their responsibilities include preparing papers and inks, proofing and print experimentation, supporting visiting artists, and helping with the printing and finalization of prints. Brian is also a practicing artist, musician and arts educator and enjoys reading, hiking, spending time up the North Shore of Minnesota, and performing in orchestras across the Twin Cities.
Jenny Burwell, Development and Communications Manager
jenny@highpointprintmaking.org
As the Development and Communications Manager at Highpoint, Jenny (she/her) coordinates all marketing, press, design, newsletters, and Presstime magazine publications. She also manages Highpoint’s development strategy, grants, membership campaigns, and donor relations. Jenny works to expand Highpoint’s visibility and mission through public engagement and creating funding opportunities for artist programs. Outside of Highpoint, Jenny enjoys learning about science topics, painting, photography, hiking, and spending time with family.
Mads Golitz
Education Programs Assistant
As the Education Programs Assistant, Mads (they/he) works with the Education Programs Manager to prepare printmaking classes for K12, adult, and community visitors. This includes classroom maintenance, gathering materials, and program outreach. They also assist in teaching many of these workshops.
Outside of the classroom, Mads loves to make art, go on long walks, make soup with friends, and play soccer.
Rebecca Johannsen, Education Programs Manager
Rebecca “Jo” (she/her) leads a diverse range of educational initiatives aimed at fostering creativity and learning across age groups. With over a decade of experience in art education, Jo's role includes designing and facilitating programs for K-12 students, adult learners, and emerging artists.
In addition to her role at Highpoint, Jo is the proud owner of Average Jo Prints, a printmaking business. Outside the studio, Jo enjoys reading, cooking, and spending quality time with her friends, family, and pets.
Josh Bindewald,
Director of Artist Programs
Josh (he/him) joined the Highpoint team in 2012. As Highpoint has grown and evolved, so has his role within the organization. HE coordinates HP’s artist programs including the McKnight Printmaking Fellowship, the Jerome Early Career Printmakers Residency, The Full Color Print Program, and the artists’ cooperative printshop. He oversees logistics, the Studio Internship program, is part of the exhibition planning team, and helps take care of HP’s facilities. Outside of HP, Josh’s interests vary widely. Topping the list would be dogs, followed in no particular order by gardening, the outdoors, the NFL, golf, music, movies, memes, podcasts, and of course making things. His artwork can be viewed at joshbindewald.com.
Victoria Eidelsztien
Administrative Coordinator
victoria@highpointprintmaking.org
Victoria Eidelsztein (she/her) is Highpoint’s Administrative Coordinator, assisting with daily operations, directing calls and inquiries, QuickBooks, supporting staff, and greeting guests. Vicky is an Argentinian artist. She screen-prints her drawings on fabric and sews them into garments. She loves drinking Mate, practicing yoga and hanging out with friends, her husband Matt, and their two cats.
Zac Adams-Bliss,
Lead Printer
Zac Adams-Bliss (he/his) in the Lead Printer at Highpoint Editions. In his role at Highpoint Editions, he collaborates with local, national, and international artists to publish limited edition prints of their artwork. This includes all stages of proofing and editioning, such as pre-press preparation, color-matching, printing, and finalization of prints. He spends time outside work with family, friends, neighbors, and pets. He enjoys archery and spends a lot of time in his vegetable garden during the warmer months.
Education and Studio Interns:
Andy Mauleon, Studio Intern
Tienna Brusett, Studio Intern
Board of Directors
Michelle Klein, Board Chair, Chief of Staff — Minneapolis Institute of Art
Alexandra Buffalohead, Co-Vice Chair, Arts and Cultural Engagement Manager — NACDI, All My Relations Gallery
Nayana Jha, Co-Vice Chair, Executive Search Consultant, Doran Leadership Partners & CEO/Founder of Nayana Design Studio
Jennifer David, Secretary, Freelance Producer and Advisor
Mary Polta, Treasurer, Director at the Tegra Group
Siri Engberg, Senior Curator and Director of Visual Arts — Walker Art Center
Aaron Mack, former Development and Membership Staff — Walker Art Center
Sarah McMullin, Vice President Apparel Sourcing — Target
Keisha Williams, Director and Curator of Galleries and Exhibitions, Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Roderic Southall, Workforce and Equity Coordinator, Metropolitan Council
Shaelyn Crutchley, Founder/President Volo Creative LLC
Peter Prudden, Partner, Prudden Company
Ian Grant, Producer/Host of Culture Quest, Owner Bjorling & Grant
Cheryl Bock, former National Strategy & Sales Officer, Travelers Insurance
Highpoint would also like to thank our former staff, interns, & volunteers. -more here