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Accomplishments
As a self taught artist, Diane is one of only 480 artists world wide to be recognized by the National Acrylic Painters Association (NAPA) and awarded signature distinction for her excellence in the medium of acrylic paint.
Diane holds an Associate Degree in Biology with a minor in Art from Casper College, Casper Wyoming and a Bachelors Degree in Business Adminstration from Montana State University. Diane is considered a self taught artist.
After working in retail and financial management for 20 years, Diane chose to turn her full attention to her passion for painting.
Daughter of Bill and Ione Craft, Diane and husband Jerry have two children, Orion 27 and Kristin 23.
2005 - current - Founder of HOPE (Helping Organizations Provide Excellence through Art) A portion of the proceeds for the sale of Fine Art through Turning Leaf Gallery benefits local charites.
Appointed to the National Business Advisory Committee and awarded the National Leadership Award where she joins other top business leaders around America in the process of Government reform.
Named Colorado's Business Woman of the Year, 2006.
Listed among outstanding business professionals in 2006, named to Manchester's Who's who.
Diane is recognized by Cambridge Who's Who as the 2007-2008 professional of the year representing Modern Art. Cambridge Who's Who is a registry recognizing excellence among Executives, professionals and entrepreneurs.