Ann Kinney

Ann Kinney is Brooklyn-born artist with an unwavering passion for the arts and a deep connection to the natural world. From an early age, Ann discovered her love for artistic expression, which eventually led her to pursue a formal education at the School of Visual Arts.

After honing her skills and expanding her artistic horizons, Ann went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Wayne State University, solidifying her foundation in painting, drawing, and photography. With a command of various mediums, including oils, watercolor, pastels, and photography, Ann effortlessly brings her artistic vision to life.

In addition to her mastery of traditional mediums, Ann also explores the world of fabrics and collage. She expertly combines different textures, patterns, and materials to create captivating mixed media pieces that push the boundaries of artistic expression.

However, Ann's artistic inspiration extends far beyond the studio. Her profound love for nature, the outdoors, and the captivating beauty of oceans, waves, and plants infuses her artwork with a sense of vitality and reverence. In fact, Ann even holds a degree in Horticulture, further cementing her deep connection to the natural world.

Beyond her personal and artistic endeavors, Ann is committed to making a positive impact on the world through volunteer work. She dedicates her time to educating the public about creating a better environment, by sharing her knowledge and passion to inspire others to take action.

Join Ann on her artistic journey as she weaves together her love for nature, art, and advocacy, creating thought-provoking works in oils, watercolor, pastels, photography, fabrics, and collage. With every stroke of her brush, click of her camera, or intricate assemblage of materials, Ann brings us closer to a more conscious and sustainable future.

I am an artist inspired by nature, finding beauty in the intricate details of plants, the vastness of oceans, and the simplicity of everyday life. Through oil painting, watercolor, and photography, I explore man's place in nature and our responsibility towards the environment. Botanical illustration allows me to capture the unique characteristics of plants, while walks in the woods inspire me to find beauty in ordinary things. Adding fabric, colors, and collage to my art creates a tactile and visually captivating experience. My goal is to evoke a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world through my work.

School of Visual Arts

1968 - 1970

Certificate

Painting and drawing

Wayne State University

!972 – 1975

Batchelor of Fine Arts

Photography

Worked as photographer and photo editor at The South End.

The Color Wheel

1978 - 1988

Photo retouching and composites for advertising companies.

632 Studio

1989 - 1990

Co-owner specializing in event photography

Hawthorne School District

1993 - 2016

Teacher

Art: Oil painting, acrylic painting, watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, ceramics hand building, puppet making, fiber arts.

Master Gardener Rockland County

NY

United States