Kathleen Giese's lifelong interest in nature and photography evolved into unbridled passion for oil painting.

She traveled throughout the United States actively pursuing the study of Traditional, Old Masters', and Wet-on-Wet oil painting techniques.  Her instructors include nationally and internationally recognized artists.  She studied with Master Artist Bill "Ridley" Bayer, Buck Paulson, John Thamm, Bernie Oropallo, Ellen Tye, and Mary Mc Clead.

She focuses on a positive and encouraging painting environment.  Kathleen says:  "Adventure awaits each time I teach a painting class!  It's like being an expedition guide, helping my students discover their inner da Vinci.  Seeing the expressions of triumph and joy in their faces as they ascend their painting adventure is truly inspirational." 

Students from Florida, Michigan, Illinois, and Iowa have studied with Kathleen to experience her unique classes.