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Margo Terzian Lang was one of the most exciting watercolor artists of the 20th century. Her rich and vibrant style has pushed the envelope of the watercolor medium, creating a body of work like no other artist, and earning her the epithet: "a poet in watercolor.”

Although starting her professional career later in life (after being a wife and mother to 3 children), Margo quickly attained recognition nationally after receiving several significant awards. By the mid 1970's after several exhibitions abroad, she was also internationally renowned. The Smithsonian selected 7 of her paintings for their permanent collection, and over 80 were selected to participate in the State Department’s newly developed Art in Embassies program. She has been invited to the White House and State Department through 4 different US administrations.

Although Margo painted a wide variety of landscapes on locations all over the world, she was notable for capturing the unique beauty of the Sonoran desert of Arizona and Mexico. Nancy Kefauver, special Fine Arts Advisor to President Johnson, called Margo “Arizona’s Art Ambassador – with portfolio.”

“I look for God’s beauty and mystery, not in a saccharine way, but rather as a source of strength. I think one sees that strength particularly in the landscapes of Arizona- the monumental rocks, the vastness of its canyons, the flaming sunsets...it is a religious experience.”

The way she captured the vivid colors and strong light and shadow of the Southwest earned her another moniker: “The Sunlight Painter” from a Boston columnist. “Bold and brilliant; no namby pamby painter. Where there is sun, there is sun; and where there is shade, there is shade. "

In all her landscapes, Margo was known for her ability to build drama in her skies as a major component of her landscapes – not just an area to fill. This may be her greatest gift to the watercolor medium.

Margo Terzian Lang paintings have found their way into collections all over the world. One of Margo’s most enthusiastic collectors is Miss Lucine Amara, noted soprano of the Metropolitan Opera. “In Margo’s paintings I have discovered complete musical expression from pianissimo to fortissimo. The dazzling sunlight, muted shadows, and exciting compositions are a constant source of creative inspiration for me. While rehearsing, it is inspiring and stimulating for me to be surrounded by such warmth and beauty. Margo paints with spirit and love.” It has become legend among her collectors that it is almost impossible to be content with just one  Margo Terzian Lang painting.