Woolaroc Invitational Exhibit

MARY ANN CHERRY WAOW MASTER, EMERITUS

MARY ANN CHERRY was raised in rural Montana. The country lifestyle led to an appreciation for nature and wildlife and a strong respect for the culture of the state’s Native Americans. Painting the Western subject matter is now Cherry’s way of giving back to friends, family, and art enthusiasts. In her spare time, Cherry writes an art mystery series.

MARY ANN CHERRY www.maryanncherry.com

American Boy, Oil, 29” x 29” $9,250

Home Schooling, Oil, 24” x 36” $8,250

Wild animals are my favorite subjects, especially animals as beautiful as the fox and kits. Painting animals with long fur is challenging because I want the viewer to feel they can almost reach out and feel the silkiness as in Homeschooling.

In American Boy (top) the extreme dignity of this young man tugged at my heartstrings, and I knew I would have to paint his portrait. Because the flag and their United States military veterans are so proudly presented at the Native American powwows, I wanted to express that feeling of patriotism in my painting.

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