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Mary Ann Smith

A versatile practice spanning major publishing houses, social advocacy, and large-scale public murals.

28 Works

Works by Mary Ann Smith

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About Mary

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Mary Ann Smith is a New York-based illustrator and book designer who earned her BFA from the Parsons School of Design. Her professional practice involves creating covers and interior art for major publishing houses, including Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster. Her expertise in the field led to her selection as a juror for the 2026 Association of University Presses Book, Jacket, and Journal Show. Her work also encompasses research-based projects focusing on Middle Eastern human rights and global genocides, which have been featured at the South Bend Museum of Art. Additionally, her portfolio includes large-scale murals for restaurant franchises and commissioned sports prints across North America, showcasing a versatile approach to visual storytelling.

Visual voice

Her aesthetic spans from precise book jacket design and interior illustration to research-heavy social justice projects. She balances commercial publishing standards with large-scale muralism and traditional portraiture.
Book Cover DesignSocial Justice ResearchMural PaintingNarrative IllustrationPortraiture
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Mary Ann Smith — questions answered

Where did Mary Ann Smith receive her training?

She earned a BFA from the Parsons School of Design.

Which publishers has she worked with?

Her portfolio includes work for Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette.

What themes does her research-based work explore?

She focuses on social justice themes, specifically the Armenian and Yazidi genocides.

Does she create large-scale public art?

Yes, she is known for painting murals for restaurant franchises across the United States and Canada.

Has she served as an industry judge?

She was a juror for the 2026 Association of University Presses Book, Jacket, and Journal Show.

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