Mary earned her BFA from Drake University and completed further studies at Delta College and the Cincinnati Art Academy. She has traveled extensively to paint in New Zealand, Italy, and Provence France, in Scotland with Elizabeth Mowry and Sedona, AZ, where she mentored with Michael Chesley Johnson. Mary teaches pastel workshops throughout northern and central Michigan. She recently taught a pastel workshop in Invercargill, New Zealand where she was a keynote speaker at the Pastel Artists of New Zealand annual convention in Christchurch.

Mary is a resident and active member of the art community in Traverse City, MI and the nearby Leelanau Peninsula where she makes her home. Before moving to Northern Michigan she was on the faculty of the Midland Michigan Center for the Arts and Sciences Studio Classes, where she taught the pastel medium. Mary currently teaches popular pastel classes at the Traverse City Artcenter and in surrounding communities. She is completing 6 years as president of the Great Lakes Pastel Society, a 200 member organization associated with the International Association of Pastel Societies.

Her award winning art has been shown in numerous jury exhibitions and solo exhibits. She is represented by Main Street Gallery in Leland, MI, Viola Gallery, Elk Rapids, MI, Sheffields, Traverse City, MI and Northwood Gallery, Midland, MI. Her studio, Rimwalk Studio on the Leelanau Peninsula is open to the public. Her work can be found in public, corporate and private collections nationwide. 

A book of 18 of her paintings titled “Look About You - A Magical Childhood in Michigan’s Wild Places” authored by Erin Anderson was a long time best seller in NW Michigan when released in 2002. It is now in its second printing. 

“I have learned over the years that in order to truly enjoy my craft, I have to paint what is most important to me. My paintings speak to me by reminding me where I have been or of a favorite spot to which I hope to return. It is my hope that they will speak to the viewer in the same way, triggering a memory of a similar experience or place in time.”

Mary's Paintings can also be viewed on her website www.maryfuscaldo.com.

• Main Street Gallery, Leland

• Viola Gallery, Elk Rapids, MI

• Sheffield Gallery and Fine Furniture, W. Front St., Traverse City, MI

• Northwood Gallery, Midland, MI

• Studio Hours daily or by Appointment, 231-256-2237, For a printable map and directions CLICK HERE