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After graduating from high school in Plevna, Montana Lori Wheeler went to the University of Montana to complete her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. She is currently working on her Master of Arts in Fine Arts in Integrated Arts and Education Degree at the University of Montana in a unique program called The Creative Pulse. As part of her requirements for this program Lori has been studying under the instruction of Susan Lavold. Choosing oil paints for her medium, she began painting a body of work in the summer of 2005.Teaching first graders is one of her biggest passions. Yet, Lori also had a desire to create and make personal connections through her own artwork Having no formal instruction in art and having little spare time between teaching and her family, this desire lay dormant until Lori began her Master’s Program with the Creative Pulse. With the help of the Creative Pulse and her mentor, Susan Lavold, Lori was able to experience the creative expression and growth she desired.“When I witness God’s different creations, I want to slow down and take in the wonder of life. I notice the shadows, shapes, and colors which become a painting in my mind, an artistic experience that I want to preserve and share with others.” |
