For decades, painter Jana Matusz has devoted herself to capturing the rugged beauty and elemental power of Maine’s landscape, particularly along the rocky coast of Acadia National Park. Working primarily en plein air and alla prima, she paints directly from life, often in the midst of Maine’s challenging weather conditions. Her dedication to painting outdoors brings an immediacy and vitality to her work, reflecting both her deep connection to nature and her mastery of her craft. Matusz’s paintings reveal a profound sense of place: rooted in observation, shaped by the forces of wind and sea, and elevated by her contemplative approach. She describes her time in Maine as an opportunity to feel “focused, calm, healthy, and very fortunate indeed to be doing what I love.” Through her paintings and reflections, she offers viewers a reminder of the beauty and resilience of the natural world.