Rosemary Gray
Anacortes
Summary
Professional visual artist with robust experience in creating compelling visual content. Skilled in various artistic techniques and digital tools, consistently delivering high-quality work. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring alignment with project goals and evolving requirements. Known for reliability and results-driven approach, balancing creativity with strategic execution.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Artist
Self Employed Artist
Anacortes, WA
09.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow artists to produce impactful group exhibitions, promoting a diverse range of artistic styles.
- Boosted online presence through strategic social media marketing, increasing visibility and attracting new potential buyers.
- Established a recognizable personal brand through consistent style choices, thematic explorations, and an evolving portfolio of work.
- Expanded professional knowledge through participation in workshops, conferences or networking events to remain current and competitive in the industry.
- Designed visually appealing promotional materials for exhibitions, events, or personal branding purposes.
- Negotiated contracts with clients or galleries ensuring fair compensation for commissioned works or exhibition sales.
Education
Associate of Arts - Merchandising
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR 08.1973 - 05.1976
Real Estate License - Real Estate & Property Management
Rockwell Institute
Bellevue, WA 01.2004 - 05.2004
Travel Agent License - Travel
Bellevue Travel School
Bellevue, WA 03.1990 - 07.1990
Skills
- Abstract Acrylic Artistry
- Illustration through Digital Painting
- Watercolor Illustration
- Decorative Glass Painting
Accomplishments
- Commissioned by Washington State Button Society to create artwork for their 2025 October show. Designed 4 jungle animals to be displayed on buttons.
- I showcase pieces year round in the La Conner Artist Gallery
- I've had artwork in the 98221 Anacortes Gallery
- Donated artwork for the MONA 32nd Annual Fundraiser
- Recognized in the 2023 Anacortes Art Festival juried Art show
- I showcased 2 pieces in the 2024, 2025 & 2026 Edmonds Juried Art show ,Schack Art Center in October 2024 & 2025 and Collective Visions Gallery "Best of Pacific NW Artists in 2024 & 2025.
Affiliations
- Skagit Artist Association (Mount Vernon, WA)
- La Conner Artist Gallery (La Conner, WA)
- Stanwoood Camano Art Guild
- 98221 Studio Tour
Timeline
Visual Artist
Self Employed Artist
09.2020 - Current
Real Estate License - Real Estate & Property Management
Rockwell Institute
01.2004 - 05.2004
Travel Agent License - Travel
Bellevue Travel School
03.1990 - 07.1990
Associate of Arts - Merchandising
Clackamas Community College
08.1973 - 05.1976