She creates contemporary oil paintings of fields and hills, shorelines and rural heartland vistas. Her paintings are inspired by the visual poetry of the seasons, skies and changing light. Ann's artwork celebrates the beauty and tranquility of the natural world, with subject matter reflecting a sense of renewal and contemplation. She was raised in eastern Pennsylvania and in New York City, and was deeply influenced by both the scenic rural views of her childhood and Manhattan’s vibrant art museums. Ann began painting and drawing in early childhood, and continued studying fine art during a career that has included graphic design and project management. As a longtime volunteer for historic preservation and land conservation, the beauty and significance of those places profoundly influences her work. www.annmezian.com