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About the artist

Deb Otto has focused on making things for over four decades. Her curious mind is always working on the next project.

After studying clay, painting, fibers, metal, & wood, she received her Craft Design BA degree from Iowa State University in 1983.


Her creative talents have been used for:

  • Abstract and landscape paintings

  • Drawings

  • Home interiors

  • Clay pottery

  • Clothing prints

  • Folk art originals and prints

  • Furniture design and build

In public spaces she has designed:

  • Trade show booths

  • Decor & furnishings in places of worship

  • Wall murals

  • Newsletters and public performance programs

  • Theatrical costumes

  • Retail clothing & gift stores

  • Online stores

  • Commercial office interiors

Deb currently specializes in mixed media paint and home renovations.

She shares a home with her green-thumb husband Steve (since 1982) and together they enjoy seeing their children & grandchildren create their own stories. Son Nate is a corporate UX designer and occasional painter. Daughter Jocelyn is a professional visual artist. Their son Skyler is a financial planner and also loves to promote his mom’s art.

Her cause is to help individuals enhance their lives with good design and art.

She is also passionate about finding and supporting other creative designers, especially in terms of original art.

“God is the original artist! Now we can admire and support those who follow His lead.”