Mary’s interest in pastel painting began during her years at Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington where she majored in art and elementary education. Though she has worked in watercolor and oil as well as calligraphy, her interest has turned primarily to pastel because of the medium’s potential for glowing, vibrant color and the harmony achieved in bringing together lights and shadows.

Mary enjoys painting landscapes, portraits and still life’s using subject matter that is meant to evoke a sense of intimacy, warmth and community. As a mother of three and grandmother of six, she has also done works portraying family members.

She was a member of “TAG”-the Art Group of Spokane prior to moving with her husband to Western Washington. She is currently a member of the Northwest Pastel Society, the Peninsula Arts Association and the Olympia Art League and a board member of the Willapa Heritage Foundation of Raymond. Her work has been displayed in various galleries and shows
throughout the State of Washington..