Mary Summers, PhD, RN, has a love of nature and has always enjoyed spending time outdoors. She has shared the wonder of nature’s offerings with her husband, outdoor photographer Kerry Drager, for more than a quarter of a century. Kerry has taught her the importance of capturing scenes in “beautiful light”: early morning and late in the day. He has also taught her the elements of a good design as he shared his views through his camera lens.

A retired professor of nursing, she now resides full time on the Central California Coast — until recently in Cambria and now in Morro Bay. Her philosophy is to “follow the brush” to capture the rich colors and textures of the landscapes around her in oils.

Her website: marysummersart.com