Mary Davis is trying to give back in plenty of ways. Whether it’s her numerous art projects, her self-published book “Bartering with God” (available at Lulu.com) or the self-made tokens she sells, she aims to give back to the community with her talent.
Q. How long have you considered yourself an artist?
A. My family says forever. Me, 25 years.
Q. What medium do you work in most often and why?
A. Recycled glass, acrylic, mixed media and more.
Q. Describe your favorite piece.
A. A painting I completed of the # 18.
Q. When are you most creative?
A. Start at 6:30 to 7 a.m. all day until about 7 p.m., and then I rest.
Q. What inspires you?
A. Human nature and The Divine.
Q. Where has your work been displayed?
A. Glass jewelry all over the U.S. The book and paintings are new.
Q. Do you have any exhibitions in the near future?
A. Working on exhibits — having an art open house a week from Saturday for my new reso-posi-lution concept.
Q. What occupies your life besides art?
A. Family, all of whom I love very much.
By Blake Hannon,
St. Joseph News-Press
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