Martha Olson: Weaver of Fragments, Echoes of the Past Martha Olson (1947 – ), a Washington, D.C.-based artist, is a compelling figure whose work bridges the gap between personal memory and collective history. Her distinctive style—characterized by intricate mixed-media constructions incorporating rag rug fragments, found objects, and subtle color palettes—draws deeply from her family’s past, particularly the legacy of Swedish immigra…