Frequently Asked Questions
ABOUT THE ART & ARTIST
Who is America Martin?
America Martin is an internationally represented Colombian - American fine artist who splits her time between Los Angeles, California, Flagstaff, Arizona, and Maine. A painter and sculptor, she is known for large - scale figurative works that blend classical influence with abstract and indigenous motifs. Her work has been exhibited across the United States and internationally, and is held in private and corporate collections worldwide. America Martin's art has been featured in publications including Architectural Digest, Condé Nast Traveler, Veranda, and LUXE Interiors + Design.
What mediums does America Martin work in?
America Martin works across three primary mediums — painting, works on paper, and sculpture. Her paintings are large-scale and vivid, her paper works are intimate yet bold, and her sculptures carry the same expressive energy as her canvases.
What themes or subjects does America Martin's work explore?
People are America Martin's dominant subject. Her figures are large, vivacious, and full of life — bursting with color, texture, and movement. Her work draws deeply from her Colombian heritage while blending classical influences with abstract and indigenous motifs. At the core of every piece is a universal human truth, rendered through her signature gestural style.
Is America Martin's work figurative or abstract?
America Martin's work sits at the intersection of figuration and abstraction. Her paintings and sculptures center on the human figure, rendered with bold gesture and expressive color, while incorporating abstract and indigenous motifs. She is widely considered a leading voice in contemporary figurative art.
What is America Martin's cultural background and how does it influence her work?
America Martin is a Colombian-American artist born in the United States. Her Colombian heritage is a deep and defining influence on her work — present in her use of vibrant color, the warmth and vitality of her figures, and her blending of indigenous and classical visual traditions. She splits her time between Los Angeles, California, Flagstaff, Arizona, and Maine, and each of these landscapes also informs her evolving body of work.
Where is America Martin based, and where is she represented?
America Martin splits her time between Los Angeles, California, Flagstaff, Arizona, and Maine. She is internationally represented by galleries across the United States. Her representing galleries include JoAnne Artman Gallery (Laguna Beach and New York), Wally Workman Gallery (Austin, TX), TEW Galleries (Atlanta, GA), Gallery MAR (Park City, UT), J. Willott Gallery (Palm Desert, CA), 203 Fine Art (Taos, NM), Gallery Mar Carmel (Carmel, CA), Bond Millen Gallery (Richmond, VA), and Carver Hill Gallery (Camden, ME). For a full list of galleries and their contact information, please visit the Contact page.
EXHIBITIONS & COLLECTING
How long has America Martin been exhibiting?
America Martin has been exhibiting professionally for over 25 years. Her career spans solo and group exhibitions dating back to 2000, with a foundation rooted in her training at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and an apprenticeship with a professor of painting and drawing at the Art Center College of Design beginning in 1990. Over the decades she has exhibited consistently across the United States — from Los Angeles and New York to Atlanta, Austin, and Maine — and her work has grown into an internationally recognized body of work represented by galleries in multiple cities.
Where can I see America Martin's work in person?
America Martin's work is regularly shown through solo and group exhibitions at her representing galleries across the United States, including JoAnne Artman Gallery (Laguna Beach and New York), Wally Workman Gallery (Austin, TX), TEW Galleries (Atlanta, GA), Gallery MAR (Park City, UT), J. Willott Gallery (Palm Desert, CA), 203 Fine Art (Taos, NM), Gallery Mar Carmel (Carmel, CA), Bond Millen Gallery (Richmond, VA), and Carver Hill Gallery (Camden, ME). Current and upcoming exhibitions are listed on the Press page. America Martin's public art installations can also be viewed at select locations — visit the Public Art page for details.
Has America Martin's work been featured in major publications?
Yes. America Martin's work has been featured in numerous prominent publications, including Architectural Digest, Condé Nast Traveler, Veranda, LUXE Interiors + Design, Milieu, Atlanta Homes, California Home+Design, Western Art & Architecture, and many others. A full archive of press coverage is available on the Press page and CV page of this site.
Has America Martin created public art or large-scale installations?
Yes. America Martin has an established body of public art work, including sculptures and large-scale paintings installed in hotels, restaurants, and public spaces. Notable examples include a sculpture at Hotel Figueroa in Los Angeles and paintings at restaurant Juniper in Austin, Texas. Her work has also been selected for the U.S. State Department's Art in Embassies program. Visit the Public Art page to view her public art portfolio.
Has America Martin's work been part of the U.S. Art in Embassies program?
Yes. America Martin's work was selected for the U.S. State Department's Art in Embassies program, with work displayed at the U.S. Embassy in Athens, Greece in 2016. The Art in Embassies program places American art in U.S. diplomatic missions around the world, and inclusion is a notable distinction for American artists.
PURCHASING ORIGINAL WORK
How do I purchase an original America Martin painting, paper work, or sculpture?
All sales of original works are handled exclusively through America Martin's representing galleries. Please visit the Contact page for a list of galleries along with links to their websites, where you can inquire directly about available works and pricing.
Are all works shown on the site available for sale?
Works shown on this site represent America Martin's broader body of work and may or may not be currently available. For up-to-date availability and pricing, please reach out to the appropriate representing gallery via the Contact Page.
What size are America Martin's paintings, paper and sculptures?
America Martin's paintings are predominantly large-scale works on canvas, typically ranging from around 48 inches to over 77 inches on a side — and larger for commissioned or public art pieces. They are painted in oil and acrylic on canvas. Her works on paper are more intimate in scale, making them well suited for a wider range of spaces. Sculpture dimensions vary by piece. For specific dimensions on any available work, please contact the appropriate representing gallery through the Contact page.
Do interior designers work with America Martin?
Yes, and frequently. America Martin's work is a favorite among interior designers nationally, and has been featured in designer projects published in Architectural Digest, Veranda, LUXE Interiors + Design, Milieu, Atlanta Homes, California Home+Design, and many other interior design publications. Her large-scale figurative paintings are particularly well suited to residential, hospitality, and commercial interiors. Designers interested in working with America Martin's pieces are encouraged to reach out directly to her representing galleries via the Contact page.
Is America Martin's work collected internationally?
Yes. America Martin's work is held in private and corporate collections across the United States and internationally. Her paintings and sculptures are regularly acquired through her representing galleries, which serve collectors globally. For purchasing inquiries, please contact the appropriate gallery through the Contact page.
COMMISSIONED WORK
Does America Martin accept commissioned pieces?
Yes, America Martin accepts a select number of commissions each year. All commission inquiries are handled through her representing galleries.
How do I inquire about a commission?
To begin a commission inquiry, please contact the gallery that represents America Martin in your region. You'll find their information and website links on the Contact page. The gallery team will guide you through the process, timeline, and details.
PUBLIC ART & INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
Does America Martin take on public art commissions?
Yes. America Martin has an established body of public art work and welcomes inquiries from municipalities, developers, architects, and cultural institutions interested in large-scale or site-specific projects. Examples of her public art can be viewed on the Public Art page of this site.
How can an institution or developer inquire about a large - scale project?
For public art and institutional project inquiries, please reach out to her representing gallery through the Contact page, or contact America Martin directly at info@americamartin.com. Please include details about your project, location, timeline, and scope, and a member of America's team will be in touch.
PRESS & MEDIA
How can I request an interview or press feature with America Martin?
Press and media inquiries are welcome. Please use the Contact page to get in touch with her galleries, or email info@americamartin.com. Include information about your publication or platform, the nature of the feature, and your timeline.
Where can I find existing press coverage of America Martin?
A selection of America Martin's press coverage is available on the Press page of this site, and additional coverage can be found on her CV page.
GENERAL
How do I get in touch with America Martin's studio?
The best way to reach the studio is through her galleries on the Contact page, or by email at info@americamartin.com. For sales and commission inquiries, please contact the representing galleries listed on the Contact page.
How do I stay updated on new work and exhibitions by America Martin?
Follow America Martin on social media and check back on this site regularly for new work, upcoming exhibitions, and announcements. You can also sign up for her mailing list using the signup form in the footer at the bottom of each page.
Can I follow America Martin on social media?
Yes. America Martin is active on social media, where she shares new work, exhibitions, studio glimpses, and updates. Links to her social media profiles can be found on the right side of each page and in the footer of this website.
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