Anna Kocher is a painter who has been living and working in the greater Philadelphia area for over 15 years. After semesters spent studying art in Italy and at Temple University, she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Gordon College in 2002. She has since been painting for commission and exhibiting her work locally. She currently serves on the gallery committee for Community Arts Phoenixville and is part of Souls Shot, a traveling group portrait exhibition showcased throughout Pennsylvania. She has worked with diverse groups of children and youth of all ages for many years, including teaching private art lessons, classes, art camps, and music classes. Ms. Kocher uses art to emphasize self-reflection and positive self-image.  She currently lives with her family in Phoenixville, PA.