Biography
Frances Tyler is an award-winning international Fine Artist and Artist Educator specializing in watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media. A love of nature and travel are reflected in her paintings. Her work is colorful, energetic, and often includes influences from her artist residencies and time abroad.
Frances earned a Bachelor of Science, Communications; Advertising graduating magna cum laude from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. During her time at UT, she also studied Fine Art with concentrations in painting and drawing. She went on to graduate from The Creative Circus Art and Advertising (Portfolio) School in Atlanta, GA with a degree in Art Direction/Graphic Design. In Advertising, Frances quickly rose from Art Director to Creative Director, working with notable domestic and international brands during her advertising career. She began teaching art with a local charitable organization, then transitioned rapidly into a new career creating and teaching art.
Active in the arts community, Frances is a member of several art and professional organizations in the U.S. and abroad. An expert in the uses and properties of fine art materials, Frances is a Certified GOLDEN Artist Educator, Silver Brush Educator, and an Ampersand Artist Ambassador. With her knowledge and skills, she is in demand as a workshop instructor and demonstrator worldwide.
Frances has received numerous awards and honors for her achievements in art and design.
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