Jean Bates graduated from California State University with a Bachelor's Degree and Secondary Teaching Credential in Home Economics and History. After several years in the education...view moreJean Bates graduated from California State University with a Bachelor's Degree and Secondary Teaching Credential in Home Economics and History. After several years in the education field, Mrs. Bates changed to the private sector working in sales and management. During this time, Mrs. Bates continued her education with classes in art. After retirement, Mrs. Bates began studying Photoshop as a way to enhance her photographic images. Many of her images have been published in the international magazine Photoshop Creative. Recently, she has applied her artistic skills to mastering watercolor. Mrs. Bates lives in Fresno, California with her two dogs.view less