Jean Ranstrom

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Gender	Female
Industry	Arts
Occupation	artist/teacher
Location	Alvarado, Minnesota, United States
Introduction	I was born, raised and have lived most of my life in the Red River Valley of ND,MN. with a five year stay in AZ.I have painted since I was ten years old and have taught oil painting and pastel workshops for many years. I have 5 children and 4 stepchildren, all grown. I teach painting to anyone who wants to learn,We raise a very large garden and share produce with neighbors and foodshelves. I am an ambitious canner and preserver of many types. I cannot imagine my life without painting and sharing the gift with others.
Interests	painting, pastels, gardening, canning, and teaching
Favorite Movies	Dr. Zhivago, The Yearling
Favorite Music	semi classical, 10 Tenors
Favorite Books	Mystery stories