There are no words, degrees, titles or certificates that can authenticate an artist.  Merit can only be measured by the skill and visual thoughts presented in a work of art.  Therefore   the successes and failures are there for all to see and measure.  It is the Viewer, culture and time that determines the worth and value of the contribution of the artist.  I n the studio I focus on what can be controlled which is always the attempt to make a work of art that is technically sound and express my thoughts, experiences and personal interpretations of reality. 

The same is true in teaching.  There are no degrees or certificates that can authenticate the teacher. Only a student can effectively measure the Success or failure of the instructor by the knowledge that is shared and gained and to the degree of success of their own work.  As an instructor it is my job to meet the individual needs of my students.  To listen visually.