CAE SATELLITE GALLERIES

After studying art and painting for four years at Central Michigan University, my artistic aspirations took a backseat to establishing a business career and raising a family. For the last ten years my passion for art and painting has been renewed. I've been fortunate to have studied under accomplished artists who have encouraged me to continue to pursue my painting in a more serious way. I have since recieved merit awards at professional art shows and have been invited to exhibit my works in public shows in Florida and Colorado. I have become active in organizations such as The Dunedin Fine Arts Center, PAVA (Professional Association of Visual Artists) and the Professional Acrylic Artist- USA. I sell my paintings and accept commission assignments.

Nature and the outdoors are often reflected in my paintings. I am an avid hiker and mountain climber. Fly fishing the many rivers and lakes throughout Colorado and kayaking the beautiful streams and marshes in Florida gives me the perfect opportunity to be part of the outdoors. With camera and sketch book in hand I am always searching for that scene or vista that evokes a feeling I want to share and remember. That wonder, that feeling of calm and contentment is what is so rewarding to capture on canvas.

Gretchen has found a way to turn a childhood love of coloring books into an exciting art career. After painting professionally for 18 years she feels truly blessed everyday to get to paint. Gretchen combines her love of nature and creation with texture and color to create one of a kind landscapes. Each one has a hint of modern impressionism and is spread out over large canvases. This Ohio born painter planted her roots in Colorado 37 years ago with the past 23 years spent here in Evergreen. You’ve probably seen her aspen trees at art festivals throughout Colorado. She also sells her art at: Colorado Furniture/Conifer, Zandee Gallery/Steamboat, Jewels on Main/Breckenridge, Timberline Kitchen/Silverthorne