Maria Ekstrand

I was born and raised in Alaska and have had a close relationship with the outdoors throughout my life. Skiing the mountains, climbing trails and fishing the rivers and seas. My art lessons came from my dad, my easel propped next to his when I was a young girl.

Oregon is my adopted home now and the rolling hills, winding rivers and arching bridges are an endless palette for me.

Nature’s vibrancy is the inspiration that brings my paintings to life. The sun and reflections that sparkle and shine on the water and snow. The moon casting rays of light across a river.

I hope you find something that inspires you.