i am a self tought artist but do have a degree in graphic design.i graduated in 1974 and worked the field for about 3 years. i have done custom airbrush work in the 70's on vans & motorcycles.i have always loved photography and have done some assignments when working as a graphic designer,i've also done dark room work as well.i left the designing to persue other things.but photography has always been my passion.