He currently teaches painting, drawing, 2-d & 3-d design, and Graphic Design. Mr. Schmidt earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Central Michigan University. His exhibition record is extensive, including solo and group shows in Kansas City, St. Paul, Tallahassee, Santa Monica, Washington DC, and New York City. Mr. Schmidt’s paintings have been featured in the juried periodical New American Paintings and New Art International. His paintings are in several corporate and private collections throughout the U.S. and Europe. He lives in the South Hills with his wife and two dogs. He enjoys playing the cello, listens to “New Music,” loves to cook, and practices yoga regularly.