About Ava

Ava Richey is a native of Colorado who has lived, among other places, in Texas, Louisiana, and Wyoming before moving to Oregon to live on the coast.  A knitter and weaver, she is now active in the visual art community as a painter, teacher, and motivator. She is inspired by nature’s beauty in all parts of life.

She is a member of the Pastel Society of Oregon.  Her paintings are available at Art by the Sea Gallery and Studio, Second Street Gallery, and various other venues.