Mary Jane Erard Fine Art

HomeAbout UsMary Jane ErardJuried Member, Pastel Society of America and Juried Member Degas Pastel SocietyMary Jane Erard is an award-winning artist painting in soft pastel, oil pastel, gouache and oil. Her works are usually rural landscapes of the mid-western US and Europe. In the past 10 years Mary Jane's paintings have been accepted in over 55 juried exhibitions and have won over 35 awards. She has also exhibited in over 11 national and international solo shows. Mary Jane's artwork has been published several times in national magazines and books, including the art book "Best of America - Pastel Artists II" published by Kennedy Publishing, which is now on the market (to purchase, see press page). Please also see "Exhibits" page to learn about MJ's upcoming 2010 - 2011 shows. Mary Jane is also a juried member of the Pastel Society of America and a juired member of the Degas Pastel Society. Mary Jane frequently has work on display and for sale at the Collector's Corner at the Toledo Museum of Art, Space 237 Gallery in Toledo, and Artists' Haven Gallery in Florida. To learn more about purchasing MJ's paintings please email mj_landscapesinpastel.comArtists' Statement:My works are pastel paintings on dark textured paper or sanded board. I employ a dark to light technique. My special strengths are a smart use of color and composition that gives the viewer a sense of movement in the painting. My subject matter is mostly landscape and floral motifs.Galleries:Toledo Museum of ArtCollectors' Corner GalleryMuseum imagewww.toledomuseum.org2445 Monroe StreetToledo, OH 43620Phone: (419) 255-8000 Space 237237 N. MichiganToledo, Ohio 43604www.space237.comArtists' Haven Gallery2757 East Oakland Park BlvdFt Lauderdale, FL 33306 USATel. 954 - 817 - 4893Gallery 10123 Public Square, Suite 11,Medina Ohio.

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"Blue Iris C" from Blue Iris Series - Pastel

Collection"Lavender Fields 6"40" x 30" framed Pastel on Textured paper by MJ ErardTulipPastel on sanded board by MJ Erard Signed Prints Available"Independence Field"17" x 24" framed pastel and opaque watercolor on textured paper by MJ Erard"Through the Trees"Pastel on sanded board by MJ Erard"Poppy Field"40" x 30" framed Pastel on Textured paper by MJ ErardHoneybee Farm (sold)Pastel on textured paper 19" x 24" "Poppy and Poplar"40" x 30" framed Pastel on Textured paper by MJ ErardWhite Flowerspastel on textured board by MJ Erard"Irwin Prairie"17" x 24" framed pastel and opaque watercolor on textured paper by MJ ErardBlue Iris Series No. 3Pastel on textured paper by MJ Erard Signed Prints AvailableBlue Iris Series No. 2pastel on sanded board by MJ Erard Signed Prints Available"Blue Iris" Series No. 3Pastel on sanded board by MJ Erard Signed Prints AvailableAmber Waves40" x 30" framed Pastel on Textured paper by MJ ErardLavender Fields SOLDOil pastel and opaque watercolor 17" x 24" framed by MJ ErardOcher Rows SOLDPastel and opaque watercolor on textured paper by MJ Erard 17" x 24" SOLDWhite Flowers SOLD40" x 30" framed pastel on textured paper by MJ Erard"Hillside"Pastel on sanded paper by MJ Erard "Golden Fields of Wildwood"Pastel and opaque watercolor on textured paper 17" x 24" framed by MJ Erard "Colors of Maumee"Pastel on textured paper 17" x 24" framed by MJ ErardGolden Fields of Oak OpeningsPastel and opaque watercolor 17" x 24" framed by MJ Erard"Rich Fields II"Pastel and opaque watercolor on textured paper by MJ ErardFlowers SOLDPastel on sanded paper by MJ ErardWildwood RoadwayPastel on sanded paper 23' x 28" framed - by MJ Erard Signed Prints AvailableThreesomePatel on textured paper by MJ Erard SOLDThreesomepastel on textured paper 30" x 15" framed - by MJ ErardPoplar and lavender30" x 40" framed Pastel on Textured Paper by MJ ErardCrimson FieldsPastel and Opaque Watercolor by MJ Erard SOLD

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Page 6Exhibiting in the... (scroll down >)July 1 - August 31Artists' Haven GallerySummer 2010 Group ExhibitFt. Lauderdale, FLAwww.artistshavengallery.comNews from the gallery...A WORLD OF ARTISTSWe are excited to announce a very special celebratory event here at the gallery. Artists Haven Gallery currently represents 150 artists!We are hosting a two-month-long exhibition from July 1 - August 31, 2010, in which all 150 artists from around the world will have one piece of their artwork on exhibit for the entire time. A Meet the Artists - Opening Reception will take place on Saturday, July 10, 2010 from 7-10pm. Complimentary champagne, wine, hors d'oeuvres, and desserts will be served. The evening will call for casual attire and as customary with our events, it is free and open to the public. We hope that you can arrange to be with us for this extraordinary occasion. Gold Coast Art Fair - August 20, 21, 22Chicago, IllinoisGrant Park - Across from the Art Institute of ChicagoFriday, 12 - 5Saturday & Sunday 10 - 5 September 2010Andrews Art MuseumValleytown Cultural Arts and Historical SocietyCorner of Chestnut and Third StreetsP.O. Box 399Andrews, NC 28901 info_AndrewsValleyArts.comwww.andrewsartmuseum.comOpening ReceptionSaturday, September 4, 2010 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.Great Lakes Art FairOCTOBER 2010Rock Financial Showplace41100 Grand River AveNovi, MI 48374(248) 348-5600www.rockfinancialshowplace.comDecember 2010One of a Kind Exhibit - ChicagoMerchandize MartAlso See My Work at...Galleries:Toledo Museum of ArtCollectors' Corner GalleryMuseum imagewww.toledomuseum.org2445 Monroe StreetToledo, OH 43620Phone: (419) 255-8000 Space 237237 N. MichiganToledo, Ohio 43604www.space237.comArtists' Haven Gallery2757 East Oakland Park BlvdFt Lauderdale, FL 33306 USATel. 954 - 817 - 4893www.artistshavengallery.comGallery 10123 Public Square, Suite 11,Medina Ohio.

"Independence Field"

Pastel - 17" x 24" framed

Press

"Best of America - Pastel Artists"

(three of MJ's paintings published in this book)

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Parklander Magazine article regarding MJ Erard's art:

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CommissionsCommissions:I am happy to accept commissions and will work from good quality photographs or digital images. If you have an image which you would like me to consider please feel free to call me 419.389.0385 or email me at mj_landscapesinpastel.com Pricing for commission work includes mat and frame (special requests on matting and frame style will be considered). My prices are determined by the size and complexity of the painting and prices range from $470.00 up to approximately $3,000.00 for the largest and most complex framed pieces; the average price for a mid-size framed painting is $650.00 to $1,300.00. Affordable shipping and packaging charges will be discussed with buyer.Framing: All my work is professionally framed using high quality products including TruVue Conservation Clear® UV glass, or TruVue Reflection Control® glass and acid free mat and backboard. Shipping: All work is packaged and shipped by UPS. A flat rate for packaging and shipping, not to exceed the actual UPS cost, will be charged for shipment. Please contact me at mj_landscapesinpastel.com for more information.

"Amber Waves" 30" x 40" framed - Pastel

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"Poppy & Poplar" Pastel 30" x 40" framed

(on display at Toledo Museum of Art Collectors' Corner}

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