Roscoe Wilson

Education and Background

• M.F.A., Studio Art (Painting), University of Wisconsin - Madison
• M.A., Studio Art (Painting), Purdue University
• B.A., Art, Wabash College

Roscoe Wilson was born and raised the United States, in northern Indiana and southern Michigan. His environmental values were shaped in this mostly rural Mid-western setting. Growing up in this region enabled Roscoe to experience nature and discover an awareness that only a forest, lake, and field can offer. He went on to receive a B.A. from Wabash College in Indiana, a M.A. in Painting/Printmaking from Purdue University in West Lafayette Indiana, and a M.F.A from the University of Wisconsin – Madison where he furthered his interdisciplinary education by studying Printmaking, Sculptural Installation, and Painting. While at UW he was able to study the history of environmentalism and drew inspiration for his artwork from former Wisconsin residents and environmental pioneers like John Muir and Aldo Leopold. Since 2003 he has taught at Miami University Regionals in Ohio and is currently a Professor of Art in the Department of Humanities & Creative Arts and Department of Art.