2015 Fenton ArtWalk Artist Denise Willing-Booher to Appear at Fenton Community & Cultural Center July 11

Residence: Fenton, MI

How did you get started as an artist?: I got my start from my first grade teacher Mrs. Jones. She did a drawing every Friday and then had one student do the drawing in front of the class. We all could not wait to take our turn…she made it so joyful and fun.

Describe your art: Watercolor paintings of nature (sunsets, landscapes, sandhill cranes, marsh, rocks, flowers) and paintings of people doing everyday things. I paint everyday things from a different perspective and show their innate beauty.

What is your next project?: I am finishing up a series on sunset and plan to do a series on people.

Where can your art be found?: My work is in Studio 1219, Studio West, Shiawassee Arts Council, Fenton First Merit Bank, Flint Institute of Arts, University of Dearborn Berkowitz Gallery, UM Alumni Show Slusser/Works Gallery Ann Arbor, Brighton Chamber of Commerce, Fandangles.

Do you belong to any art organizations?: I am the President of the Michigan Water Color Society, Board member of the Lakes Area Arts Council, Brighton Artist Guild Member, Flint Artist Market Member, Greater Flint Arts Council Member, Studio 1219 Member, Shiawassee Arts Council Member, American Watercolor Society Member, National Watercolor Society Member

What inspires you?: The wonder and beauty of nature…it is breath taking. People with their soul deep individuality, depth, value and unique drives.