Ivana Mlinar has loved art and the process of creating art since she was a child. Inspired by her desire to learn more about the skill of painting, Ivana spent years studying Italian Renaissance art in Florence, Venice, Padua, Pisa, and Verona from the years of 1975 – 1979. Upon completing this early training she studied at the University of Split in Croatia where in 1984 she earned a Masters in printmaking and the history of Medieval Arts. In 1986, just years out of school Ivana became a member of the Croatian Association of Fine Artists and since then participated in a number of juried art exhibitions. Ivana currently lives off the coast of Florida with her husband Frane Mlinar, an accomplished artist himself. Her current work is inspired by her love of nature. Whether at the beach or in the mountains, these destinations inspire feelings of happiness and pleasure. Her colorful figures strolling with loved ones, walking dogs, flying kites, or enjoying a number of other recreational activities aim to encourage viewers to pause and delight in the beauty of everyday life.
Mary Martin Gallery I is located on 103 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-0303
Mary Martin Gallery IIis located at 143 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Mary Martin Galleries have been selected as the best galleries in South Carolina for thirteen years in a row and amd selected as one of the top 20 galleries in the nation, Also, MMG has been selected as the best gallery by several local publications.