Marilyn Stauber

Marilyn was born in Garibaldi, Oregon. She attended the University of Oregon majoring in Interior Design, as well as taking art classes at LCC and many art workshops. For the past nine years, Marilyn has painted in most mediums -- oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, and with china paints. Among the many subjects of her work are florals, ballet dancers, children, fruit, and gardens. Her love for rich, exciting colors is "alive" in the realism of her art.

Before becoming a painter, Marilyn created original porcelain dolls for 15 years -- many of which were award-winners at Doll Conferences. Her first artistic creations (after leaving her job as a land use planner) were pieced textile wall hangings.

Marilyn serves as Class Coordinator for the Emerald Art Center and is a member of its Board of Directors. When she's not painting or at the center, you'll find her playing piano (including duets), gardening, working out, and enjoying time with her family.

As a self-described "detail person", Marilyn decided years ago to be true to herself in the art she creates and in the way she lives her life. In her own words: "I can't remember not wanting to paint. In first grade, I recall my teacher having me take a picture I had done to the principal's office."

“In college, Andrew Vincent taught me a lot - especially about rich colors. In my LCC classes, I was particularly influenced - and challenged - by Adam Grosowsky. I also learned watercolors from Satoko. A marvelous sculptor, Ellen Tykeson, and Bill Blix helped me with the bronze sculptures I made."