PamBelcher

Pam was born and lived in Independence, KS until attending Kansas
State University in Manhattan, KS. Following graduation from KSU
Pam and her husband Ron moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma and then to
Springdale, Arkansas where they have lived 8 years.

During her childhood Pam was greatly influenced by her Father who
loved to sketch and do calligraphy. This was an activity they enjoyed
doing together. Pam took advantage of every art class available in high
school and at the local community college, loving every minute of it.
At KSU Pam got away from art. A friend encouraged her to join an oils
class and she has been involved in art of some sort on a regular basis
every since.

After moving to Tulsa, Pam joined a Tole painting group where she
painted elaborate projects in acrylics. Shortly after moving to NWA,
Pam continued painting on her own and learned the art of beading
from a new friend, Judith Tavano. Later, Vicki Ross invited Pam to
come to a water color class taught by Susan Edgmon. "I did one
project and was hooked," said Pam. During these sessions, Pam was
introduced to pastels and did a series of pen and ink drawings. She
continues with the various art medium on her own to this day. The
"real job" she has now limits the time she can devote to her art. Most
of her creative time now is spent on beading projects.

Pam said, "The great thing about art is that it provides an opportunity
for creativity, is relaxing, and much cheaper than therapy! AND, you
have something to show for it at the end."

E-mail: pbelcher@nwacc.edu
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