Linda Mann

Linda Mann is an author, photographer, and artist. She grew up in the South enjoying the mild weather and lots of time outdoor. Art was always an important part of her life but she choose a different career. She retired after long career in health care research in the Washington DC area and began to pursue art full time. She travel extensively. taking thousands of photographs. About ten years ago she settled in Tucson and continued art classes. Her art work honors the diversity and natural beauty of the Southwest, specially the Sonoran Desert. Her favorite subjects are the desert flowers, animals and Native people. "I hope to share the beauty of the Southwest with everyone so they can also appreciate the uniqueness of this area." Linda donates a portion of all art sales to wildlife organizations and horse and donkey rescue groups.