Ms. Osgood began creating art in early childhood — primarily frog-people on adding machine tape, any unattended paper, and with great bliss, the large white wall in hallway.  Upon this last discovery, her mother introduced her to soap and water in a bucket, which became an early introduction to re-useable surfaces and ephemeral art.  No one has ever confirmed whether this is connected to her mother’s subsequent use of textured wall paper.  Family members still hesitate to leave her unsupervised near white walls while in possession of crayons...or paint... or colorful food. 

Inspired by her artist friends and art instructors, she returned to school at the University of Maine where she discovered many more creative options and techniques.  She enjoys experimenting with various media and surfaces, from traditional materials such as oil paints, graphite, pastels, and digital photography to more contemporary options such as digital art and yupo. Having earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art, she has moved beyond her frog people phase, and textured wallpaper is no longer a deterrent.

Possessing a camera with a large SD card has given a greater purpose to her tendency to chase butterflies, bees, birds, turtles, alligators, etc. She has also discovered that many people will excuse a wide variety of odd behaviors when one is holding a camera, especially if it has a large lens. No one seems inclined to call the authorities for talking to animals, insects and inanimate objects as long as the camera is in hand, nor do they question muddy knees or grass-stained elbows in the presence of a camera. This has been helpful.

Ms. Osgood’s works can currently be viewed (and purchased) at the Strawbridge Art League Gallery, 819 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, Florida.