Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach

Number 2 in the Haystack Rock series.
A series of photos by Susan Roghair inspired this painting. They depict the rugged coastline of Cannon Beach in Oregon, USA, on a misty morning. Even though the weather was not ideal, there were visitors galore who were simply strolling along the beach or sitting and taking in the magnificent scenery. Some were even posing for photographs using props they had brought along. The largest rock is aptly named Haystack Rock and is apparently a seasonal haven for tufted puffins.
According to Susan Roghair, the Haystack Rock is a 235-foot sea stack with a 'Marine Garden' of tidal pools at its base full of life from crabs and starfish to mussels and anemone.

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Ann has not had any formal art training and did not start painting seriously until she retired. During this time she also took up photography and found that her experiences in photography enhanced her appreciation of composition and light. She enjoyed applying this knowledge to her painting.

She started out as a self-taught acrylic painter and graphite pencil artist but has recently fallen in love with watercolours and has been taking classes to improve her skills in this medium.
Her style is eclectic, leaning towards realism.

Ann has been a finalist in the Australian Greenway Art Prize and has received commendations in her local Art Society shows. Although she considers herself a hobby artist, she has sold numerous paintings to private collectors.

Education and Career
- B.A. Dip.Ed - Sydney University majoring in French and German
- M.Ed. in Teaching (Computer Education) – University of NSW
Ann taught for 36 years. She was initially a modern language teacher, eventually taking on the role of Head Teacher. When computers became easily accessible in the home, she retrained in computing and continued her Head Teacher role in this field. She taught Computing Studies, Software Design and Development and Information Processes and Technology.