Paula has always had an interest in art and nature since childhood. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Colorado State University and continued her education earning a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from Texas A&M University – Kingsville. In 2019, Paula decided to pursue her artistic training in fine art and attended the Florence Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. The curriculum at the academy focuses on the classical atelier program which includes classes on art history and anatomy. Paula will continue her training with the Academy as she is enrolled in the Master of Arts program in Studio Art to commence this summer. Paula has a love of learning and is excited to work with students so they may express their own interests in a creative environment.