INSTRUCTOR BIO

Debbie Willey is a devout Christian that believes every person is endowed with a God given gift of creativity and each student is inspired with an ability to express themselves artistically. 
As a native of Kansas, she maintains dual teaching certifications for both Kansas and Oklahoma.  She is a professional artist with over 30 years teaching experience (studio, public school and university) and plenty of enthusiastic artistic knowledge to pass on to all her students. Her teaching style is to encourage and challenge her students to accomplish their goal of learning. Regardless of age (preschool-senior citizens),  special needs,  art as prayer/meditation or coping/recovery therapy, Mrs. Willey has the experience to reach out to where the student 'is' and help them improve.
Professional Education

• Post-Grad, Educational Technology and Curriculum Design, University of Wisconsin
• Masters, Oklahoma Wesleyan University
• Bachelors of Fine Arts and Education, Wichita State University

Professional Teaching Experience

• Epic One on Once Charter School
• Rejoice Christian Schools
• Tulsa Technology
• Hobby Lobby Fine Art Instructor in Washington and Tulsa County
• Oklahoma Wesleyan University
• Bartlesville Public Schools
• Copan Public Schools
• Morris Public Schools
• Preston Public Schools

In addition, Mrs. Willey studied with Mr. Jerry Yarnell to complete her certification as a Certified Landscape Artist. 
​ Diligent study and atelier experience at the studio, Mrs. Willey is highly proficient in the Yarnell painting and teaching techniques. 
Her artwork is on exhibit in private galleries, studios and offices around the nation.

Mrs. Willey is available for private classes, murals, commissions, workshops and group presentations.

Email: WilleyLD@gmail.com