Ms. Cortés holds a BFA in Drawing and Painting from Wright State University and an MFA in Electronic Art from the University of Cincinnati. Tess is an award-winning digital media artist with more than 20 years of experience working in higher education. Her fine arts projects have been screened nationally and internationally. As a designer, her portfolio encompasses a wide range of projects, from print to web animations, for companies such as Macy’s, Inc. (Federated Department Stores), Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Roto-Rooter. Tess teaches Motion Design and Art courses.