September 2024 2-D Featured Artist Mary Widmer

Mary Widmer considers herself a growing artist. “Although I have enjoyed painting on feathers and fans in the past, my latest passion is watercolors,” she said. “To me, watercolors are amazing. They often flow in a way I’m not expecting. There is something magical about watching the painting take its own form. While I paint most subjects, painting animals and abstracts are my main focus.”

Mary’s husband was her biggest fan, and when he passed away in September 2023, her life became difficult. “He often told me, ‘Just paint’ to inspire me,” she continued. “He reminded me to paint because I love to, and I admit that the bright colors of the tropics are very dynamic and inspiring. I am so appreciative for his support and encouragement even today as I remember the times we shared.”

Her work has been exhibited at Florida Southwest State College, Big Arts, Alliance for the Arts, Bonita Springs Art Center, Cape Coral Art Center, Arts for ACT, Coco Gallery, and Cape Coral Art League.