Monique Olsen is a visual artist based in Southwest Florida, raised abroad in Central America, and born in Chicago, Illinois, and profoundly influenced her understanding of art, culture, and color. Monique is well known for her figurative works, landscapes, and people, among diverse themes. In addition, to painting, she is accomplished in other mediums, such as ceramics and illustration. She obtained her formal education in Fine Arts, Teaching Arts with a concentration in Visual Arts at the Licentiate level, and Educational Leadership with distinction. In addition, her art has received copious accolades and the opportunity to exhibit in many venues. Growing up surrounded by different cultures has broadened her overall view of life, and she continuously is pursuing success in personal, professional, and artistic endeavors and the cultural experience itself.