Midori Kono Thiel
(American (born 1933))
Seattle-based artist and teacher Midori Kono Thiel creates traditional Japanese artworks, including Sumi-e paintings, calligraphy, and textiles. Midori Kono Thiel was born in Berkeley, California, and grew up on Maui, Hawaii. She earned Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from the University of California, Berkeley. During 1960-61, she r