Anne Marie Rossi is an artist based in Rhode Island whose creative journey commenced following a successful career as a family lawyer. After transitioning to pursue studies in holistic counseling and relocating to Rhode Island, Rossi's artistic passion was ignited during courses at the Rhode Island School of Design in 2003, where she discovered a deep affinity for drawing and painting.
In 2007, she earned a certificate in Drawing and Painting from Rhode Island School of Design, marking a pivotal moment in her artistic development. Rossi's commitment to the arts is exemplified by her longstanding membership at Imago Foundation for the Arts in Warren, Rhode Island, where she served as Board Secretary for six years and as the Facilitator of the Special Initiatives Committee until January 2024. Her work is regularly showcased at Imago, where she has been featured as a solo artist on four occasions.
Rossi's artistic merit extends beyond local exhibitions; her pieces have been selected for numerous juried shows, including venues such as Spring Bull Gallery in Newport, Wickford Art Association in Wickford, RI, and Mystic Art Gallery in Mystic, Connecticut. She has also contributed as a curator, judge, and educator within the arts community, while her artworks grace private collections across both Rhode Island and California.
Central to Rossi's artistic philosophy is the belief in an interconnected and creative life force that binds all existence. Her diverse creative approach encompasses oils, encaustic, and cold wax, chosen for their fluidity and translucency, which facilitate exploration into visceral connections between humanity and the natural world. Additionally, Rossi engages in ink and charcoal drawings, mixed-media compositions, and ventures into 3D assemblages, all with the intent to evoke a sense of communion with the universal life force that sustains us all.
Anne Marie Rossi's art resonates with her profound exploration of the interplay between nature and humanity, consciousness and the unconscious, and the material and ethereal realms—an exploration that continues to inspire and enrich her creative endeavors.