Shari Weschler 

Sumo Bunni

Shari Weschler, branded as Sumo Bunni, is a figural narrative painter who exhibits nationally and internationally. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the Maryland Institute College of Art, with concentration in painting, art history and photography.

Weschler's arts related professional experience includes studio assistant, arts educator, curator, juror, partner and director for Coastal Living Gallery and an owner and the director of Coastal Contemporary Gallery in Newport, Rhode Island. 

Her artwork has toured throughout Europe, Asia and New York City.  She is represented by Artzandra Gallery in Sweden, COPE NYC, Woodman Shimko Gallery Massachusetts, Carver Hill in Maine and Skye Gallery Rhode Island, Stonington Gallery CT and has been published in numerous online and print publications.