Mary Johnston

I am a contemporary landscape & abstract painter. The natural elements, large expansive sky, peaceful water, quiet green forests, the rocks and wind through the grass are the passions that dominate my work. Growing up on the Great Lakes created in me a sense that this natural world we live in is more beautiful and mysterious then we will ever know.

I currently work out of my studio on the third floor above the Magdalena Gallery of Art in the Carmel, IN Arts & Design District. As a busy working artist, I travel to shows throughout the US. Select galleries currently represent me along with design firms and art-consultant groups. I have spent many years in the arts field working in different mediums; however, the large-scale contemporary oils are my current passion along with my groupings of 12" x 12"s and custom-created works.

I was born and raised in Duluth, MN. Growing up I was always extremely creative and lucky to have a mother who indulged my talents. I also was within walking distance to a world-class art museum: The Tweed Museum of Art on the campus of the University of MN, Duluth. There was not an exhibit that I missed and loved to just go to the museum & spend some ‘quiet time’ with the art.

After graduati...

BA - University of Minnesota, Duluth
Some graduate credits in art from the University of MN

Recent Past:
ArtExpo NYC 2013 - 2022
Art San Diego, 2019
One of a Kind Show, Chicago Holiday and Spring Shows yearly since 2008
Numerous outdoor art fairs since 2006