Sharon L. Malec: A Life in Contemporary Art Quilts Early Life and Beginnings Sharon L. Malec (1953-2021) was an American artist born in Frostburg, Maryland. From a young age, she cultivated a deep appreciation for the natural world and its creatures – a passion that would profoundly influence her artistic career. Growing up surrounded by the beauty of Maryland’s landscapes instilled within her a lifelong connection to nature, forming the core inspiration for much of her work. Artistic Development & Transition to Quilting Malec's journey into art began in the 1990s with traditional pieced qu…