KootsiDesign
I am an artist.
My sensibilities come from my empathy to the beauty of nature and emotional response to all living creatures.
I am a designer.
The tools I use are all things that make a mark on a page, canvas, wall or the world.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts, cum laude, from the University of Michigan in graphic and industrial design.
Master of Fine Arts from Eastern Michigan University.
Over 30 years in graphic design, advertising and marketing for corporations, non-profits, the University of Michigan (Law School and Hospital system), the U.S. Army (working for service members and their families overseas) and small businesses which keep me humble and grounded.
The past seven years as sole owner of KootsiQuilting, a very successful long arm quilting business with many happy customers.
Now I’m heading full tilt towards that which drives my soul: design and color.
Wedding Portrait, mixed media, 16x44