Mary Nelson Sinclair (b. 1984) is an American artist based in New York’s Hudson Valley. Sinclair’s work draws from her everyday life and surroundings, conveying the act and process of painting itself. The roles of artist and mother, have informed one another in her work and life - the artist/mother cannot have full control over either situation, but she can act as an intuitive guide in both scenarios. Through the manipulation of different materials and their reaction with one another, the work begins to tell the story of its creation. Saturated hues and bold gestures guide the composition of each piece, while the contrast and layering of mixed materials brings a depth to the canvas or paper without feeling overwrought. Sinclair’s methods and techniques are constantly evolving through her experimentation with various mediums. Often times, that experimentation becomes the central theme of a singular piece or an entire body of work. 

Mary Nelson grew up in Dallas, TX and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Printmaking from the Pratt Institute in 2008. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Veranda, House Beautiful, Domino and VOGUE.