Biography
Lynn was recently honored by being selected, for the second consecutive year, as a Finalist in the Portrait Society of America’s International Portrait Competition. She is also serves on the Faculty of the Portrait Society of America Conference held in Atlanta this year. In 2012, her painting “Tom Poynor in the Studio” received one of the very top awards - First Honor. Lynn was also selected as a Finalist in the ARC International Salon 2012 for her portrait “Tom Poynor”, which is a head-study of the same subject. This painting was awarded with an “Award of Excellence” at the Salon International 2012 as well.
Lynn’s educational background began as a child as she born into a family of artists. Her father was a professional Fine Artist, an art teacher and a member of the United Scenic Artist Union and her mother graduated from the Cooper Union School in New York City. Lynn’s own formal art education began when she was invited as an entry-level student, but by special permission, was accelerated to study with 4th year students, at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Following that Lynn studied at the Ridgewood Art Institute, N.J., The Art League of Alexandria, VA, and the California Art Institute in Westlake Village, CA, where she later became an instructor. She furthered her development alongside many contemporary artists through workshops, classes and private study.
Lynn's professional career began in the 1980’s, painting watercolor illustrations for Reader’s Digest magazine. As the world of editorial illustration began to undergo changes, she segued into fine art, selling her work through galleries around the country. The inspiration for Lynn’s work stems from her appreciation of the beauty of nature, love of art history and passion for painting. She enjoys depicting a broad range of subject matter, from landscapes to figures, but currently finds painting people both the most challenging and rewarding to her as an artist. It has been through over 30 years of observing nature, studying and practicing drawing and painting, that she has found her voice. A professional artist for over thirty years, Lynn’s work may be found in collections throughout the United States and abroad.
Lynn has been represented by prestigious galleries across the country. A professional artist for over thirty years, her work may be found in collections throughout the United States and abroad. Lynn currently resides in the San Francisco East Bay area.
Awards & Recognition
April 2013: FINALIST & FIRST HONOR AWARD in the Portrait Society of America International Competition 2013
April 2013: Selected by Mr. Everett Raymond Kinstler as the artist to win a competion to paint a portrait of actor Jimmy Stewart for The Players Club, New York City
February 2013: Invited to become an Artist Member of the California Art Club
September 2012: "Artist to Watch", Southwest Art Magazine
May 2012: FINALIST & FIRST HONOR AWARD in the Portrait Society of America's International Competition 2012
May 2012: FINALIST for the Art Renewal Center 2011-2012 International Salon
April 2012: Artist Magazine Award of Excellence, The Greenhouse Gallery Salon International 2012
April 2012: Jury's Top 50 Award, The Greenhouse Gallery Salon International 2012
March 2012: Fine Art Studio Online BoldBrush Painting Competition FAV15
March 2012: FINALIST in the RayMar Fine Art Competition
February 2012: Fine Art Studio Online BoldBrush Painting Competition FAV15
February 2007: "Artist Member", Tucson Plein Air Painters Society (TPAPS)
January 1993: Weber Merchandise Award, 13th Annual Open Jury Show, Ridgewood Art Inst
October 1992: Honorable Mention in Painting at the Mountain Art Show, Bernardsville, NJ
October 1991: The Angelini Award at the 49th Annual Open NJ Watercolor Society Exhibition
Exhibitions & Shows
April 25 - 28, 2012: Portrait Society of America International Competition
December 6, 2012: Holiday Show, Legacy Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ
November 1, 2012: M Gallery Star-Studded Extravaganza, Hibernian Hall, Charleston, SC
October 6, 2012: Autumn Group Show, Grenning Gallery, Sag Harbor, NY
September 2012: "Petite Salon", M Gallery of Fine Art, Charleston, SC
April 2012: 3 Paintings - Juried into the Salon International, Greenhouse Gallery, TX
May 2012: Portrait Society of America International Competition
April 2011: Salon International 2011, Greenhouse Gallery, San Antonio, TX
April 2010: Invitation to Nomades Del Arte Exhibition, Southwest Gallery, Dallas, TX
December 2009: California Art Club Exhibit “Precious Gifts”, Blinn House, Pasadena, CA
August 2009: Oil Painters of America, Western Regional, Howard/Mandeville Gallery, Kirkland, WA
June 2009: California Art Club Exhibit "Eternal Light", Blinn House, Pasadena, CA
April 2009: Salon International 2009, Greenhouse Gallery, San Antonio, TX
September 2008: JM Stringer Gallery, "A Season of Discovery II" Exhibition
March 2008: Nomades Del Arte, Sage Creek Gallery, NM
May 2007: Salon International 2007, Greenhouse Gallery, San Antonio, TX
December 2004: Exhibition at the Robert Butler Gallery, Danville, CA
August 2003: California Art Club Angel Island Paint-Out
June 2003: Napa Valley Museum Plein Air Bienniel Exhibit, Yountville, CA
March 1992: Invitational Benefit for the Newark Museum
October 1990: Exhibited in the New Jersey Watercolor Society Show
Key Affiliations
California Art Club (Artist Member)
California Art Institute
Oil Painters of America
Portrait Society of America
