Anna Ayres began her painting career well before she began painting. A childhood immersed in the four seasons of rural Vermont showcased the natural world to Ayres, initiating an early sense of wonder and gratitude for it. In winter, the Ayres family skated by lantern on icy cornfield valleys. In summers, a waterfall in the…

Elizabeth Barenis's work typically reflects tranquil scenes designed to induce a peaceful state while also inviting interpretation from the viewer. She believes that what the viewer finds in the art is one of the most important things about it. Her work has been shown nationally and internationally. Elizabeth lives and works in St. Petersburg, Florida.