Adults

ARTIST STATEMENT

Eileen Hamblin

I grew up in Glen Ellyn, Illinois in an environment of crafts, books, sewing, art and various outdoor activities. Our family vacations usually landed us in the Hayward, Wisconsin area. Since my father spent many of his teen years in a CCC camp near there, he was able to pass on the love of nature.

I attended Western Illinois University where I received a BS degree in Elementary Education with an Area of Concentration in Art. I also attended University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where I received a MSED in Elementary Education in Reading.

After teaching at the elementary level for 35 years in the Hayward Community School system I retired. Once retired I was able to be involved in quilting and eventually moved on to painting with watercolors. I enjoy both mediums as they both have different challenges.

I have always had a deep interest in art, which is inspired by a love of nature, color, shape and form. I hope these things have helped me to express and share feelings about the beauty which is all around us.