Trinidad, Colorado  [July 2025].  Through August and September 2025, artist Mary Reid will have her work featured in Women’s Work at the Mitchell Museum of Western Art. This groundbreaking exhibition celebrates the authentic contributions of women in the American West, pairing artists with women on working ranches to highlight their multifaceted roles in shaping Western life. Women’s Work also provides an important platform for Indigenous women to share their stories, rooted in culture and heritage, through both traditional and fine art. Reid’s inclusion in this exhibition underscores her ability to capture timeless narratives and honor the strength, talent, and resilience of women whose stories continue to define the West.

In July 2024, Mary Reid was profiled by fashion and culture editor Joseph DeAcetis in *Style Lujo*. The feature highlights her ability to seamlessly blend classical realism with modern vibrancy, creating art that resonates across time and style. The in-depth interview explores her inspirations, artistic journey, and the timeless qualities that make her work so distinctive.

Photo credit:  Paul Markow

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Phoenix, Arizona [November 2024]   Artist Mary Reid will be featured in the upcoming FOUND:RE Phoenix “Iconic” exhibition, with two of her paintings, Romeo & Juliet and Justice, on display from November 2024 through February 2025. FOUND:RE Phoenix is a reinterpretation of the boutique art hotel concept, where art is not simply displayed but fully integrated into the guest experience. Extending beyond traditional gallery walls, FOUND:RE weaves artistic vision into design, food, music, products, and social interaction, creating an immersive environment that mirrors the transformative nature of a sculptural foundry. Reid’s inclusion in this dynamic setting highlights her ability to merge timeless themes with contemporary expression, offering guests a powerful visual encounter within one of Phoenix’s most distinctive cultural spaces.

In May 2024, Mary Reid’s Virtues series of paintings was featured in the “Cerebral” exhibition, curated by Debbie Dickinson.  Bringing together ten visionary artists, the exhibit explored the complexities of the human psyche through diverse artistic perspectives. Reid’s modern reinterpretations of classical themes invited viewers to reflect on timeless virtues in a contemporary context, sparking dialogue around meaning, morality, and the human spirit. Her work stood alongside pieces ranging from whimsical to surreal, with the collection as a whole fostering introspection, wellness, and an appreciation for the depth of human creativity.

[May 2024]    Mary Reid is featured in White Hot Magazine’s June 2024 issue, which delves into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the arts. In the article titled “The coming of mankind’s new frenemy, AI, is necessarily impacting the arts”, Mary discusses her painting Temperance (2024), highlighting her approach to creating art that is deeply rooted in human experience and emotion. She emphasizes that her subjects are individuals she has personally encountered, reflecting her commitment to authentic, human-centered art-making in an era increasingly influenced by AI technologies.

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