[Amy Otteson]

Wow! Hi people. I'm Amy Otteson and I've been reading the posts on this forum and learning a bunch! I've been afraid to jump in. But if I'm going to make some progress this year with my work, I need to get out here.

I have been working in the art field for the last 20 years, in a variety of capacities. I've been an art teacher for about 7 years. Now that I am past 40, I am pursuing something I have wanted to do since high school. I am painting portratis part time and taking as many classes and workshops as I can afford. I hope to get some great advice from you wise people. I will try to attach one of my portraits. Nice being here! Whew!, that wasn't so hard.