Jo Coyle, graduate of Mount St. Mary’s University, uses what she learned as she obtained her BA in Fine Art, to create a wide variety of artistic pieces. Driven to constantly push the boundaries of what she already knows, her body of work consists of varying subject matter, styles and artistic mediums. Her use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) in her paintings and the layering and texture use in her abstract mixed media pieces illustrates her vast knowledge of her craft and bold exploration.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiMarch 21, 2022Maryland, painting, mix media, abstract, realism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Varada (Vivi) Vaidya

Originally from India, Varada Vaidya moved to Maryland in 2015. Her background is in atmospheric science and she works as science support at NASA/Goddard. (How cool!) Though she has no formal training in art, her pieces are fabulous and her talent is inherent. Varada works in many mediums and each type of work that she creates has its own unique style. Her painted sticks are very graphic with a very bold use of color and air of the side of playfulness; Her oil paintings and pastel drawings tend to sway more toward realism with tighter lines and wonderful use of shadowing; And her hand-painted vases and vessels illustrate her heritage with their detailed patterns and fine lines.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 14, 2021Maryland, painter, landscape, realism, glass, mixed media

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Robin Lazarus-Berlin

University of Maryland graduate, Robin Lazarus-Berlin, has recently shifted her focus from graphic communications to pursue her passion for oil painting. After twenty years running her own design studio and working for clients such as Time-Life, Marriott International, Maytag, and Georgetown University, Robin decided in 2020 to concentrate on developing her art. Studying under Glen Kessler at The Compass Atelier and Walter Bartman, Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro, and Maud Taber-Thomas at The Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo, her work has evolved into incredibly composed and technically dynamic pieces. Her canvases are filled with rich, deep colors that radiate a moody tone. Her subject matter, ranging from still lifes and landscapes to flowers and portraits, exhibits her incredible eye for realism. Since 2020 she has been involved in several juried art shows including Rockville Art League Juried Members’ Spring Show where she was awarded third prize.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 12, 2021Maryland, painter, landscape, still life, portrait, flower, realism

In the Studio with Maryland Artist Marty Spence

Fine artist, Marty Spence, is a Maryland native who gathers inspiration from her life, surroundings and nature. Rich color fills the canvas of her oil paintings and thoughtful strokes in pencil and charcoal cover the page of her drawings. Marty began her artistic journey in 1997 when she was 50. Her passion and talent were evident to her instructor, who encouraged Marty to pursue art further. It wasn’t until 2017 that she was able to devote herself to her work. Since then she has had her work displayed in several solo exhibitions including Reeves Art Gallery and Atwaters. Several of her pieces are also held in private collections at Sheppard Pratt Health Care System Hospital and in Charles Reeves personal collection.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiDecember 9, 2021Maryland, painter, realism, tonalism, water based oil, acrylic

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