Over the years, Margaret has studied both at the Lyme Academy of Art and the
Scottsdale Artist School. Their focus on strong academic principles augmented
the foundation she received as an undergraduate in the art department of the
College of New Rochelle. Most recently she has discovered the “plein air”
tradition of art, a methodology that stresses working at on-site locations.
Workshops with several nationally recognized “plein air “ instructors have
additionally helped her to mature in this pursuit. Having her work accepted into
national shows in the past three years has shown that her commitment has been
rewarded. Her work clearly depicts her love of painting on site.
Margaret is presently serving as vice-president of the Connecticut Plein Air
Painters Society. She is also an elected member of the Lyme Art Association, the
New Haven Paint and Clay Club and several shoreline art leagues. Her national
affiliations are with the Oil Painters of America and the American Impressionist
Society. You may view her work at www.margaretbdean.com. Her Gallery and working
studio are located at 1169 Main Street in her home town of Branford.
