Elaine Omann grew up in St. Stephen, Minnesota, a small community, which was the first Slovenian Community in America. Her home was located adjacent to a woods which was part of the church grounds and called "The Priest's Woods" by locals. As a child, she often used the path through the woods to get to the school. She completed her B.S. Degree in Education, became a teacher, and taught for 30 years in public schools. She continued on with her Master's Degree and later completed her Doctoral requirements. She has continued developing skills in writing and literature through Life Long Learning at the University of North Florida. Elaine is a free-lance writer for the Florida Newsline publication and an upcoming instructor for painting courses with the University of North Florida Continuing Education Department. Elaine developed her art with individual and group lessons from practicing artists in Colorado and at the Art Student League of Denver. Most recently, Maureen Kirchner at the University of North Florida has influenced her work with expertise in color and design. This is Elaine's first book. It reflects a childhood experience in the wooded area where the wildflowers and natural environments have influenced her paintings. A second book published by Red Wagon Road is forthcoming. Learn more about Elaine and her books and art at www.RedWagonRoad.com
