I have had the pleasure to study and learn from John Ferris. He was one of the best art teachers. John showed me a new way of looking at the world. He found objects with interest and history to juxtapose and create a composition. He had us look not simply at the subject matter but to see and feel the energy that emanated from the subject and it's elements. You can see this in his drawing shown here. Thank you John Ferris. I use the lessons you taught, when I teach and make my own art. Sincerely, Allison Zito