My name is April Benson.  I have a BFA from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. I really enjoy the control, rich look and silky feel of oils.  Oils allow me to paint and still be a mommy.  When you have a 4-year-old that wants to snuggle you or a 2-year-old that wants held while you are in the middle of painting (or if they want to show you their “big bellies” because they shoved basketballs down their shirts) you can put your brush down, and not worry if the paint will dry ruining your brush.  My faith strengthened from my husband’s influence and a strong church family inspired me to paint for God.  To honor Him with my work ethic and artwork I produce.