Nature vs. Nurture presents the work of mother-and-daughter artists Eva Marie Faith and Ann Marie Fitzsimmons, both of whom have chosen lives rooted in painting, teaching, family, and the pursuit of meaningful creative practice. While their subject matter and styles differ, the artists share a deep mutual respect and serve as each other’s most trusted critics—colleagues both in the studio and the classroom.

At first glance, their paintings may appear quite different, yet closer observation reveals shared visual sensibilities. This exhibition invites viewers to observe these comparisons and reflect on the ways Faith and Fitzsimmons have influenced one another over time.

Both artists depict manmade structures devoid of human presence, creating spaces that feel contemplative and open to interpretation. Their works are derived from photographs used primarily as compositional tools rather than as references to specific locations. Color plays a vital role in each practice, with carefully mixed palettes and subtle shifts in hue enhancing depth and atmosphere. Through painting, Faith and Fitzsimmons look more closely at the world around them—and, in turn, construct worlds of their own.