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Ann Dunbar

Ann Dunbar, originally from England, was born in Faberstown, Hampshire in 1953. She currently
resides and works as an accomplished painter in France. With three decades of artistic
experience and aesthetic exploration, Ann has honed her skills in the delicate art of watercolor,
seamlessly blending the rich tradition of English embroidery onto paper canvases. Her unique
approach involves layering fine threads of cotton and silk alongside paint, imbuing her artworks
with an added dimension, creating a captivating interplay of colorful reflections that dance with
changing light and the viewer's gaze.
Ann's journey through the world of art began with a degree in Education from the University of
Southbank in London in 1975. She then pursued her passion further, graduating with honors
from the School of Fine Arts at Surrey. Her dedication to the arts extended into the realm of
education, as she served as a professor of applied arts in England for an impressive 16 years.
Notably, Ann Dunbar has been recognized and included in the prestigious Larousse directory of
artist ratings since 2005. Her professional artistic journey continues to flourish in France,
marked by numerous publications and official accolades. Among her recent achievements, she
was awarded the Vermeil Medal by the Academy of Arts, Sciences, and Letters in Paris in 2022.
In 2016, her exceptional work earned her the Gold Medal at the International Artcomexpo.com
exhibition in Oslo, Norway. Ann's masterpieces can be admired at several esteemed galleries
across the globe, including the Shoalhaven Gallery in New South Wales, Australia, and the
Trevisan International Gallery in Italy. Her unique fusion of watercolors and embroidery
continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the world of
contemporary art.

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