biography of ezra ames, a noted artist from the united states (1768-1836) ezra ames, a prominent portrait painter in albany, new york, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, left an indelible mark on american art. born on may 5, 1768, in framingham, massachusetts, ames' life is a testament to his prolific career, with over 700 attributed portraits. early life and career ames moved to worcester, massachusetts, in 1790, and marri…