Mary Akins' Biography

Mary is a self-taught artist who lives and work in Calgary Alberta. Her experience as an artist started at the age of 7.  She was inspired by colorful pictures in her story books which she would always reproduce.
After graduating from high school, Mary started painting for daycares, preschool and elementary schools as well as children’s hospital wards.  Mary acquired more skills by taking workshops and private coaching from various professional artists.  She works primarily with Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor as well as charcoal.
Mary’s art reflects her love for bold colors and her works are constantly evolving.  Mary’s is focused on creating bold and colorful works. Her art helps define a space and creates a distinguish color palette for a space.