Artist Gary Olson

     I started painting seriously in the early 1960's after spending several years as a Technical Publications Illustrator. My original medium of preference was oil and tempera. I switched over to watercolors and acrylic when my wife and I moved to Florida in 1996. I founded the Herons Glen Artist Group in 1997 and have been a member of that group ever since. I have also been a member of The Art League of Fort Myers, the Art Alliance and the Pine Island Art Association over recent years.

     I have won awards for my paintings in Michigan, and in Florida statewide shows. My paintings can be found in the Fort Myers City Hall, and in several area restaurants and law offices.  My work is also displayed in the Arts for ACT Gallery in downtown Fort Myers; the Lee County Courthouse; and in the Robert Rauschenberg gallery at Florida Southwestern State College. In addition, I am in many private collections in Alaska, Michigan, Oregon, Texas, Ohio and throughout Southwest Florida. I hope that you enjoy my art.

* Editor's Note: Sadly, Gary passed away in March of 2024 leaving behind a legacy of beautiful artwork and service to the Artist Group as an officer and founder of the Group. He will be greatly missed.

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