South's Finest Magnolia Artist - Mary Bertrand

Mary Bertrand is one of the South's reknown artists, known for painting the first Magnolia

and flower oil paintings in the 70s and 80s that brought a rich color association to the South.

She is married to Dudley and she has two grown children Kayla and Kyle. She resides in 

West Monroe, Louisiana. She has been featured in Southern Living and many other 

publications and as being one of the first females to bring the South to life with her rich colors

and her lovely gardens. She has inspired me to bring color to the great state of Montana. 

You are one of the elite in your field and have been a great friend over the years. A couple of

years ago, it was my pleasure to do your press release for your one of kind jewelry. I love all

the pieces you made for me and your creativity continues even in this endeavor.

Congratulations on a great career and for inspiring so many newcomers in your field over the

years!