My Story

My name is Connie Lewis and I have been a Verde's Art League Member since the 90's.   My husband, Dale, and I retired at a very young age.  We came to the Verde's because my parents retired here and we liked the west.

I have a college degree in marketing but art has always peaked my interest.  There are many artists and writers on both sides of my family.  I have always worked with my hands, creating something, so in the 90's I started lessons with Eddie Lopez here in Rio Verde.  At that time he was teaching a class of basics: drawing, different forms of painting.  I began doing oil painting but loved the way watercolor moved on the paper.

I took a course on batik from Judy Patti out of Denver.  I loved it so much I started teaching it because even a newcomer could enjoy the process and finish with a piece they could be proud to have.  That made me feel I was contributing to that feeling.

I have taken classes from various artists and have attended Scottsdale Art School classes.

When I am in Arizona on a permanent basis I hope to be more involved and maybe even show my work.  Last summer I sold 18 of my paintings while spending time in Estes Park, Colorado.  It thrilled me that so many people appreciate what I love, love, love to do.  It has been my great pleasure to know all of you members and your friendship has meant the world to me.  Such a wonderful group! Hugs!