Artist Profiles: Martha Ferfuson

Martha Ferguson

"On Charlotte" 24"H x 18W' Oil on Canvas

Martha’s inspiration comes from the familiar scenes that surround her. St Augustine has provided abundant subject matter, from the charming architecture to the interesting people she’s met along the way. Martha is drawn to the early morning or late afternoon light and the way it glistens through the quaint streets. “I want my paintings to be more than a likeness but an experience or a nostalgic feel. I can walk by the same scene many times and then all of a sudden there is a moment that tells a story. That's what I seek to capture, that's when the painting is successful.”

Martha was greatly influenced by Emmet Fritz, a legendary local artist. She received a B.A. in art from attending Flagler College and continued studies at the Art Student League in NYC and various workshops from master painters.

Martha's art may be found in the following galleries and online @ www.mgfergusonfineart.com

GRAND BOHEMIAN GALLERY 49 King Street St Augustine, FL 32084 9048296880

COLLECTORS INN 1ST FRIDAY ART WALK ARTISTS 149 Cordova St St Augustine, FL 32084 THE ST AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION 22 Marine Street St Augustine, Florida 32084 9048242310

BUTTERFIELD GARAGE ART GALLERY 137 King St St Augustine, Florida 32084 9048254577

“Painting is a journey that provides me with a yearning to learn, create and master my technique, while keeping my own sense of style.“

Martha’s inspiration comes from the familiar scenes that surround her. St Augustine has provided abundant subject matter, from the charming architecture to the interesting people she’s met along the way. Martha is drawn to the early morning or late afternoon light and the way it glistens through the quaint streets. “I want my paintings to be more than a likeness but an experience or a nostalgic feel. I can walk by the same scene many times and then all of a sudden there is a moment that tells a story. That's what I seek to capture, that's when the painting is successful.”