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       Nature is Mary's source of inspiration, and most likely her subject matter.  She searches for beauty, color and excitement in her surroundings. Her work is identified by vivid colors in a realistic style. Mary's art work is very diverse in terms of subject matters and consistent in an unique style. Her style in portraits capture the expression and soul!
       Since early age Mary shared her excitement for art. During her teenage years she started with formal art instructions and guidance. In 1988, she completed art training from Florida School of the Arts. She continues taking workshops to further her art education and challenge her artistic growth, by traveling yearly within the United States and Europe.
Mary has two working studios, one in Historic Downtown Wake Forest at Sunflower Studio & Gallery and another at home. Her work shows in two different galleries in Raleigh.  She is an art instructor in Oils, Watercolors and Drawing for the Wake Forest Parks and Recreational Department.
       "I hope to share my art appreciation and art passion when you visit my studio!", says Mary.

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Mary Benejam-O'Connell
Sunflower Studio & Gallery

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Mail: 4848 Winterwood Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613
Studio: 214 East Jones Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Studio: 919.623.5253, Sunflower: 919.570.0765
www.MaryBenejam.com, MaryBenejam@nc.rr.com
Sunflower Studio and Gallery is regularly open 11am - 5pm Thursdays thru Saturdays,
& open until 9pm every second Friday of the month for "Art After Hours"
(local artists' receptions) or by appointment.

Exhibiting both tour weekends

oil/watercolor/pastel/commissions
Grandchildren
Barn
Firm Chick
Golden Retriever
Grandchildren
Just For Mother
Kirby
Mae
Mr. Morris Profile
Sabrina
Venice
Just For Mother
Kirby
Mae
Golden Retriever
Firm Chick
Barn
Mr. Morris Profile
Sabrina
Venice