Fine Art
A
little
about
me...
I have been creating in one way or another since childhood. I picked up my love of wood and all things art and music, spending so much time with my (late) Artist father, Richard Ferrera. Drawing became an outlet after his passing that developed while earning my Fine Art Degree at Montclair State University (NJ). During and after college I strived to work in various creative fields, all providing the education, experience, and tools needed to take my art to the next step. In 2010 I drove across the country to start creating art full time.
The San Diego Art Community as a whole has been such a big part of my career's growth and support. Early exhibitions with collectives and galleries like RAW Natural Born Artists, Thumbprint Gallery, and The Studio Door helped open the door to crucial opportunities. The exposure of my figurative series received multiple drawing awards over the years, expanding my reach to work on a wide range of projects and alongside different communities around the SD county. I'm grateful my art has been able to progress and maintain its relevance through changes and advances in technology and the world, thanks to support from collectors like Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery that represents my fine art virtually.
Based out of my Imperial Beach studio since 2018, you can also find a few of my murals around town. Painting under the Imperial Beach Arts Bureau (IBAB) roster formed a natural bond with the group, leading me to volunteer in 2021, and then serving as President through mid-2024. My volunteer work with IBAB opened my eyes to the gap and lack in accessible art, opportunities and resources in the South Bay encouraging partnerships with the IB Library, environmental groups like Ocean Connectors and Surfrider Foundation, and both Elementary and High School campuses.
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Though I have always leaned into art and journaling for healing; grounding with nature whether going off grid, camping, hiking, or gardening with my husband and daughter continues to be equally medicinal and bring balance in a world of unsteadiness and constant change. Whether through my fine art or community engagement, I will continue to advocate for arts education, resources and creative outlets. Follow me on instagram for works in progress, exhibits, and events @mdferrera