Ann Schmalstieg- Barrett

Ann Schmalstieg Barrett is a Pittsburgh artist, inspired by Catholic theology and devotion.  After earning her BA in Art History and Studio Arts from the University of Pittsburgh (PA) and her MFA in Painting from the Laguna College of Art and Design (CA), she pursued classical art training through Grand Central Atelier and Aristides Atelier.  In addition to painting, Ann is currently serving as the Artist in Residence at Franciscan University and offers sacred art presentations to parishes and other communities.  Working in oil and encaustic, Ann is dedicated to creating art to support prayer in public and private settings.

Her work can be viewed at www.annschmalstieg.com.