Mary Rhyner-Nadig grew up in a small down in Illinois as the youngest of five children. Now established as one of the most talented and prolific designers. Mary brings to life, charming and creative giftware. Combining her artistry with clever puns, whimsical farm animals and other adorably detailed characters are unrivalled as industry favorites!
  Mary's career at Enesco began in 1990. Her attention to detail and unique creativity have made for some of the most outstanding giftware lines Enesco has ever experienced! In addition, Mary has been honored with the prestigious Enesco Creative Division Designer of the Year award and as Associate of the Month. Most recently, the Mary's Moo Moos collection was awarded as the
Product of the Year by Stanhome, Enesco's parent

company,
  Although Mary always possessed a love for art and drawing, she didn't take her first art class until age 15.
After seeing Mary's sketch book, a friend's father explained to Mary, that if she so desired, she could actually pursue art as a career. Mary was determined to take that path and
continued to develop her artistic talents studying formally at the American Academy of Art in Chicago. Even though there were those who doubted, not her talent, but the
realities of working as an artist, Mary persevered. . .and
today, she couldn't imagine doing anything else. . .nor could her collectors! (Unfortunately, Mary was Let go by Enesco Group Inc. in 2005)