Cloud Mary Bio
I am Mary Marzano, an American artist whose work is most notably in the impressionistic style with a spiritual aesthetic. My career as a fine artist began while I was teaching and simultaneously a commissioned portrait artist. Initially, my work was primarily formal portraiture, but that changed over time. I became fascinated with capturing faces and scenes in lighting that inspired a more spiritual essence in a fleeting moment. I felt that capturing fleeting moments held a special significance to me. I began to experience a greater appreciation of the fragility of life. I began to create portraits of my friends, family, and grandchildren and subjects caught in quick, fleeting moments. This was inspirational to me. The emotions in my paintings were and still are of a spiritual peace or joy . This is evoked not only by the subject, but significantly by however the light in that moment presents itself. I enjoy being at my easel experiencing the peace and joy of the painting process. Sharing the resulting paintings with you as a valued patron or interested viewer has become my number one mission.
Artist Statement
I am an American artist recognized for my impressionistic style of painting. My paintings depict moments in time, with the most important elements focusing on light and a presnece of Spirit. I do not confine myself to one subject. That is because the moments that I capture with my camera are varied and cover a broad spectrum of subjects from landscapes, to cloud scapes, to pets and portraits of all kinds.
To achieve my goal, I rely on layers as well as glazes of various color to produce contrast, light, form, and an ethereal look. It is in those fleeting moments where I find inspiration. I am motivated to create art that best reflects memorable moments that have long passed.
I believe it is my mission to bring to life the moments that have most inspired me.