Nancy Olmedo Fitzgerald

Nancy Olmedo FitzGerald is a contemporary American artist whose practice exists at the intuitive intersection of structured draftsmanship, illustrative clarity, and spontaneous expression. Operating from her North Carolina studio, FitzGerald’s early training in drawing and painting at Adrian College established a foundational mastery where technical precision gracefully gives way to raw visual instinct. Raised on the historically rich island of Grosse Ile, Michigan, her artistic vision was uniquely shaped by a dual heritage: a timeless American neighborhood backdrop balanced by a vibrant, rhythmic Latin household. The daughter of a passionate educator who taught Spanish and history for 34 years, her childhood was immersed in an atmosphere filled with international narratives, festive gatherings, and an evocative collection of Latin American art. This early exposure to movement, confidence, and culture directly inspired her foundational Passion in Motion series, sparking a lifelong fascination with striking muses, commanding poses, and the empowered individuals she encounters in daily life.
Whether working in acrylics or illustrative watercolors, FitzGerald beautifully translates detailed precision into expansive, joyous expressions...

Bachelor in Business Administration,
supplementary concentrations in Drawing and Painting and Biology
Adrian College, Adrian, Michigan