I trained at Manchester School of Art and worked for 10 years in design studios in London as a freelance textile designer. Painting gradually became my primary focus and oil has always been my chosen medium.
Before starting a painting I like to go out and sketch, but also use reference material in the studio; often working on several pieces at once, I can develop ideas and enjoy surprising myself with the direction some pieces take. I am very open to new and exciting influences.
website: www.maryannryves.com
email: maryannryves@gmail.com
instagram: maryannryves
mob: 07802 293184
