About. 

Megan McGuinness (b. Portland, Oregon, 1990) is an acrylic artist. Her practice includes painting, drawing, and ceramics. Starting at the age of nine, Megan studied under professional artist Margarita Leon for five years. Her love for nature propelled her into a profession in the sciences, but Megan always painted between jobs. Megan returned to school in 2016 and received her bachelor’s in science in Anthropology/Sociology with a minor in Native American studies from Eastern Oregon University. In 2022, she graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, with a Master’s in Anthropology.

As an anthropologist, McGuinness explores how people interact with the landscapes they live in. Her work also tries to capture moments in time and bring memories back to life. Megan currently lives and works in La Grande, Oregon, but she often daydreams of walking relict pluvial lake shores in the Great Basin.

Be in touch:

email: askthemoonart@gmail.com

Instagram: @askthemooon