Artist Statement
I have been drawing and painting for as long as I can remember, and began entering and winning competitions in my early teens.

I draw on a wide range of subject matter for my work, but almost always find myself painting scenes that evoke a sense of nostalgia or scenery that has generated an emotion within me.

When I paint I hope to create something that will either stir a memory or bring out feelings in the viewer. Of course, I must be personally satisfied with what I have produced but I am only truly happy if someone else is moved by the work in some way.

Although comfortable in various media such as oils, pastel, and pen & ink I always come back to my first love of watercolor.

About Bill Koger
I was born in Boise, Idaho. My studio is in our home in Marysville, Washington where I reside with my wife Frankie and our 3 dogs.

I was offered art scholarships to two colleges and settled on Boise State University where I earned a degree in Art. After graduating I have continued to show my work at galleries and competitions throughout the west.

Over the years my work has been recognized for numerous awards. I feel honored that my work can be found in various collections across the United States and as far away as Japan and Australia.

In addition to painting in my studio, in recent years I have participated in quick-draw exhibitions at Northwest Round-Up in Enumclaw, Washington and art cruises on Puget Sound in Seattle, Washington.

Artist Code: BK