I graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1984 with a BFA in Graphic Design and Illustration and worked several years as a graphic artist. I painted and did other artwork over the years. I was married and raised a son, Matthew Koos. Matthew attends the School of The Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). I am divored and have more time to devote to my first love, Oil painting. Currently, I am attending the University of Kentucky to be certified to teach art. more