Doris McCarthy was a great painter who produced an unparalleled body of work, was the first woman President of the Ontario Society of Artists, taught some of Canada’s most distinguished creative people, and was a mentor for many artists. A key figure in this Canada’s art scene since the 1920s, McCarthy experimented with, and contributed to, major art developments throughout the 20th century.

Charis Wahl is an author and editor of books for children and adults. Her next-door neighbor of thirty-five years inspired her to write this book. She lives in downtown Toronto.