I am of Polish decent, and come from a family of thirteen children. Born in the USA in the state of Connecticut. I discovered I liked to draw while in the 4th grade. As I got older, it became very therapeutic for me. I decided what my signature would be in high school, combining my first name (Carol), with my maiden name (Olis)....CAROLIS... Although I craved to continue school in the arts field, I was not ambitious enough, nor encouraged, to put myself through college. Instead I married and have three beautiful...more