Originally from New York State I migrated to Los Angeles in 1984.  After instruction at Pasadena City College and UCLA Extension I ended up in Tempe, Arizona.  I love to work with Oil Pastel and some Acrylics.  Have done a few wall murals and creative faux work in my own home.  Hawaii is my passion and we will be relocating there as of mid-September 2006.  We will be living on the Big Island south of Hilo.  The air is fresh, the tourism is low, and the thrill of watching whales breach and sea turtles (honu) lounge on the black sand is magnetic.  Please feel free to email me at carrie_reddd@cox.net.  I did receive an email from a local Phoenix salon...thank you for your kind words, no way to email you back, however.  I would be happy to speak with you.  Much Light, Carrie Rojo :))