Armstrong, Fayna Ann (1933 -2019)
Found 2 Works by this Artist
(1933 -2019)
Lived and worked in Houston, TX
Fayna Ann Armstrong (American, Feb. 19, 1933 - March 19, 2019) Ann Armstrong was a resident of Houston and is known for her representational bronze sculptures that portray human emotions. She received her training at the Kansas City Art Institute. She uses the lost wax process to create her bronze sculptures and also sculpts in stoneware, cement, epoxy, and cast stone. Listed in Notable Women in Texas, she has had solo shows throughout Texas, California, and on the East Coast. In addition to sculpting, Armstrong traveled extensively as an instructor. Ann studied art from a young age and quickly determined it would be her life’s work. She attended the Kansas City Art Institute where she developed a love for sculpture. Throughout her career as an artist, she created commissioned work in clay, cement, and bronze that has traveled throughout the world. Her sculptures are as far away as Jerusalem, Scotland, and Venezuela and can be seen all over the UnitedStates in both private collections and as public art. Ann’s Texas public works are displayed at the Vineyard Church of Houston, The Houston Zoo, M.D. Anderson, The Houston Public Library Acres Home Branch, the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History, and many others. The painting took a more prominent place in her work in later years, when heavy sculpture materials became more difficult to manage—though it must be said she just completed her last sculpture in January 2019. Her studio stands today with dozens of paintings waiting for her final touch. Ann would say that her most important work in life was any work she did to glorify God. While her art was one part of this calling, her whole life was dedicated to living for the benefit of others. She gave of her time and resources constantly and tirelessly throughout her life. Forty years ago, she became a member of the Vineyard Church of Houston (previously known as Church in the City) where she led bible studies, served on prayer teams, taught art workshops, and contributed masterworks of art.