Terry Graves has been immersed in the world of visual arts for quite a while now. He honed his skills through formal education at New Mexico Junior College and Texas Tech University, where he earned a BFA with a focus on painting. For the past 35 years, Terry has been sharing his passion for art through teaching roles in Texas and Arizona.

His artistic journey began back in third grade when he completed his very first oil landscape painting. Since then, Terry's love for painting has only grown stronger, fueled by his fascination with oils and watercolors. He's dedicated himself to not only creating art but also nurturing the creative spirits of others through teaching.