Theater Her contemporary landscapes have been exhibited in Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas, as well as nationally. A journey of memories and recollections in her life. Several of the compositions are from a birds eye view, as if flying within the landscape from above. Juxtaposing planes, tilting angles and obscured vanishing points become the theme on many of the landscapes. Converging lines create dynamic movement, angular defined lines intersect, merge, only to diversify the contour of the land.
Color is very important in conveying the mood the painting is to communicate to the viewer.
The colors are intense, bold, and sometimes complex to demonstrate the energy visualized in the final outcome. Mary Louise's interest of backpacking, and travel has inspired some of the themes related to her paintings. The mountains of colorado, new mexico, are repeated themes in her work.