Linda Cooney WasserLINDA COONEY WASSER Linda Cooney Wasser opened her eyes to the world of art at a very early age. Inspired by a creative, artistic mother who meticulously hand painted furniture and toleware as a hobby, Linda was eager to pick up a paintbrush. Beginnig at age five (5), when given a paintbrush and some art supplies, the young artist would work beside her mother, known affectionately as Peggy, to create her own pieces. As Linda's creativity and enthusiasm rapidly grew, she was provided with art supplies and much encouragement from both her mother and her father. Thus, art has been the focal point in Linda's entire life and, also, how she met her husband, Fritz who shares the same love and focus. Art has been infused into all of their areas of interest which include, the culinary arts, gardening and maintenance of a greenhouse, antiquing and collecting, traveling in their motor home in the U.S.A. and to our neighbor Canada and to museums. Linda has a penchant for detail, which is most evident upon viewing/observing her artworks. Many of her works include objects and subjects of nature. Linda's husband, Fritz, often makes reference to the fact that his wife is a Pennsylvania Peach. This endearing attribute seems fitting since Linda was born and raised In Williamsport, Pennsylvania. She graduated from the Williamsport High School, received her BA degree from Lycoming College, and obtained her art certification from Mansfield University, attended summer sessions at Kutztown University all of which are in Pennsylvania. In addition, she was an elementary art teacher in the Williamsport Area School District for several years. After her marriage to Fritz, several decades ago, Linda broadened her horizon by becoming a New Yorker and moving to Corning, New York. She taught in the Corning Painted-Post School District until her retirement a few years ago. Reflecting on a successful teaching career which spans 38 years, Linda explains why she chose to teach art. She wanted to impart her love of art to, students of all ages, and to provide them with the opportunity to satisfy their urge to create through ART and to have them open their eyes to the awareness of the beauty that is everywhere. Finally, to have them gain an appreciation of art, to the artists efforts put forth in creating the art, and its' purpose. Linda is unwavering about her decision to become an art teacher. It was the most wonderful and rewarding experience in my life. If I had it to do over again, I would make the same choice. Mrs. Wasser has always been a producing, exhibiting artist and has had many shows, both One-man Show, and exhibits with her husband, Fritz. She has won many awards for her work, as well. Linda's work is represented in both public and private collections. Read More Read Less