I've been a fine artist (painter) for about 50 years, starting at the age of 8. I went to Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, majoring in Art Education, then I went to Penn State graduate school to earn my Master of Fine Arts degree in painting. I've taught on the high school and college levels (drawing and figure drawing). I retired a couple of years ago and can devote more time to my painting. I'm also interested in general western art history and art appreciation. I've built a 100-page webs