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Mt. Tam Press

Home of the Women of Color and Accomplishment series

Welcome to Mt. Tam Press, a small publisher making a big impact. We specialize in uplifting voices, celebrating creativity, and sharing meaningful stories that spark imagination and dialogue.

Best Selling Author

Carol Jacobsen

Carol Jacobsen has been painting since childhood. She has studied art at the University of Minnesota, where she earned a B.A., as well as at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, the College of Marin, and San Francisco State. Color is her main passion. As she writes of her art: “Whether I’m doing abstract or more realistic paintings, I always use color to express the feelings I want to convey. As I work on an idea, I start by layering the various colors, then get into a meditative state which gives expression to the images and stories of the painting.” Her art has been awarded the Best of Show for the International Society of Acrylic Painters in 2005 and has been featured in Artweek. Many of her artworks are held in corporate spaces and in private collections both in the United States and internationally. Her current series is called “Women of Color and Accomplishment”. 

Published Books

Other Books

Women of Color and Accomplishment

History has often overlooked the accomplishments of women, particularly African American women. This book celebrates 31 extraordinary women of color whose achievements deserve recognition. Most were born between 1862 and 1920, and all have remarkable stories of resilience and determination, overcoming obstacles to make a lasting impact.

Women of Color and Accomplishment: Fighting for Equality

The portraits in this book honor a thirty-one of these African American women who were instrumental in the fight towards freedom. The included mini bios highlight some of their major accomplishments, and how these achievements were influential in the continuing struggle towards equality.

91 Women

91 Women: Women of Color and Accomplishment

All 91 women included in the three books from the Women of Color and Accomplishment series painted from 2020 – 2024. This books also includes a summary of each of the three books along with a timeline and glossary. Each woman has a QR code that links to a website containing a brief bio.

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My kids still are talking about your visit and the women. So grateful you visited and shared. I passed on the information to everyone..

– Third grade teacher in San francisco, CA

Upcoming Events

February 20, 2025

100 Women of Accomplishment •Yes SF • 200 Montgomery Street • San Francisco , CA

Join me as I present at a talk hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO-SFBA) in partnership with the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW).

This inspiring evening will celebrate the achievements of remarkable Black women from my Women of Color and Accomplishment series, highlighting the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women who broke barriers despite facing the challenges of race and gender.

March 10, 2025

Ask the Expert Class •Community Media Center of Marin •819 A Street • San San Rafael , CA

Growing Your Online Presence

Are you ready to get your content online and reach a bigger audience? This workshop will teach you how to utilize social media, learn online tools, and increase opportunities to amplify your message.

Coming Soon!

Available Aug 16, 2018

Women of Color and Accomplishment Deluxe Coloring Book 2

Non-Fiction

Coloring Book 1 is already available. Coloring Book 2 is based on the women featured in Women of Color and Accomplishment: Fighting for Equality

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Posters

Posters are now available. Nice matte archival inks and paper. 12 x 18 inch or 20 x 30 inch Order at pop-up site

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