February 2024 Featured Artist Member: Marilyn Wear

Marilyn was born in San Francisco and attended California’s San Jose State University, receiving a B.A. in Graphic Design in 1974. After working as an advertising Artist for several years, She changed careers in 2003 to pursue her dream of becoming a full time professional fine artist, painting her favorite subjects, wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Although she also paints with oil and acrylic, her favorite medium is transparent watercolor, where she uses a technique of layering many glazes of watercolor to attain richness and depth while retaining a glowing vibrancy. Her style is realistic with an emphasis on capturing the light, color and mood of her chosen subject.