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About Mary Erickson
Mary Erickson was drawn to the world of fine art when she arrived in Venice. Raised in Connecticut, Mary studied at the University of Bridgeport and Sacred Heart University, and initially pursued a career in business. Her passion for painting, and a move to Florida in 1986, stirred the desire to pursue art as a career. Finally, she realized a long held dream, and in 1993, Mary began painting professionally.
With a realistic style that ranges from luminism to impressionism, Mary is a versatile artist who specializes in landscape and birds. Her love for the outdoor world is apparent in her work. While painting plein air (on location) she responds to everything around her to create the essence of the place as she brings the world to life on canvas. She paints full time and travels extensively, but is never too far from the Gulf Coast City that she loves. Painting the beaches of Venice has always been a favorite. “Nothing is more refreshing and exhilarating for me than to paint while the surf gently laps at your feet and the gulf breeze stirs your emotions. I have been moved to tears at the beauty of a sunrise here.” Her paintings have garnered numerous awards and hang in many private and corporate collections throughout the United States and abroad. She is represented by Elder Gallery in Charlotte, NC; Helena Fox Fine Art in Charleston, SC; Meridian Gallery in Nantucket, MA; Anderson Fine Art on St. Simons Island, GA; Corse Gallery in Jacksonville, FL; Sheldon Fine Art in Naples, FL and Newport, RI. Mary enjoys sharing her knowledge and experiences as a workshop instructor. Her passion for painting the natural world is never ending, and it is truly that, a passion. She shares this passion with energy, enthusiasm, and encouragement with her students.
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