Born in 1921, Grace grew up in Timmins and later moved to southern Ontario. While music was her main profession (ATCM) she also studied art receiving a BFA from Wilfred Laurier University ,spending 6 weeks during her art studies in Italy. She is the owner of the Grace Art Gallery in Colby Village, Cole Harbour where, in partnership with artist Debbie Mosher, has hosted annual art shows over the past 27 years. Her work can be found throughout Canada in private collections. Currently, she a member of the Art Zone Gallery. .