In Memory of Mom - Maggie Martz
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"Nothing about my journey as an artist would have been possible without my mom, Maggie Martz. She was my first and greatest supporter, the one who believed in my talent before I even knew what it could become.
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Her relentless passion, her talent, and her unwavering belief in me shaped everything I do. Every brushstroke, every panel set up under an open sky, carries her influence. She knew that art wasn’t just something I did—it was who I am.​
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This work—every piece I paint, every moment spent chasing the light—is because of her and for her.
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Mom, this is your legacy." - Your loving daughter
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Grace Miles Fine Art: Oil Paintings of Virginia’s and European Landscapes
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Grace Miles is a classically trained oil painter specializing in en plein air painting, capturing the beauty of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Inspired by Impressionist painters, she brings light, atmosphere, and movement to her original plein air paintings, created outdoors, on location in Virginia’s wine country and the Shenandoah Mountains.
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Through her Grace Miles Fine Art studio, Grace offers studio paintings and outdoor studies, blending the timeless techniques with a deep appreciation for real-life landscapes. Her work showcases paintings of skies, rolling hills, and vineyards, making her a well-known Charlottesville en plein air artist.
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Follow her journey on Instagram, where she shares insights into plein air painting, capturing light and atmosphere, and the artistic process of painting on location. Whether you're a collector, fellow artist, or art enthusiast, explore her award-winning artworks and discover the beauty of oil painting in Central Virginia.