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Foskin remembered for commitment to art
Alexandra Sieh
Issue date: 2/8/08 Section: News
Keith Foskin, accomplished artist, CSU employee and loving friend, died Sunday, Feb. 3 from a heart attack. He was 51 years old.
Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Foskin spent his childhood with his twin brother, Kevin Foskin. Hoping to pursue a degree in art, he found home in Fort Collins at CSU in the mid-1970s.
A diligent student, Foskin explored all aspects of art and history. Fred Enssle, retired CSU professor of European history and long time friend of Foskin, remembers Foskin's enthusiasm toward learning. Finding a passion for Enssle's courses, he spent much of his time talking with Enssle.
"Not many people appreciate both theoretical thought and visual art," Enssle said.
Foskin often spoke with Enssle outside of classes, and from their conversations grew a life-long friendship.
"At first he was a student getting to know his professor, but eventually it was the professor who learned from his student," Enssle said. "I'm mourning much more than an accomplished student. I'm mourning a friend."
Graduating with a master's degree in fine art, Foskin went on to perfect his artwork. A painter and beginner sculptor, Foskin developed his art, learning from different experiences and artists.
After years of passionate dedication, Foskin acquired a reputation for his artwork, submitting it to various art shows and exhibits.
A showing of his art recently opened at Northeastern Community College in Sterling. His artwork can also be found on the College of Liberal Arts Web site.
Foskin returned to CSU in 2000 as Webmaster for the College of Liberal Arts.
After receiving the position, he found passion in his job, working full time to create Web sites that not only display his work, but also illustrate the College of Liberal Arts' accomplishments. Foskin also found a passion for teaching, occasionally taking on art classes on campus.
He is survived by his brother, who is also an employee in the College of Liberal Arts dean's office. The brothers worked together to showcase accomplishments of the college and its students.
Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Foskin spent his childhood with his twin brother, Kevin Foskin. Hoping to pursue a degree in art, he found home in Fort Collins at CSU in the mid-1970s.
A diligent student, Foskin explored all aspects of art and history. Fred Enssle, retired CSU professor of European history and long time friend of Foskin, remembers Foskin's enthusiasm toward learning. Finding a passion for Enssle's courses, he spent much of his time talking with Enssle.
"Not many people appreciate both theoretical thought and visual art," Enssle said.
Foskin often spoke with Enssle outside of classes, and from their conversations grew a life-long friendship.
"At first he was a student getting to know his professor, but eventually it was the professor who learned from his student," Enssle said. "I'm mourning much more than an accomplished student. I'm mourning a friend."
Graduating with a master's degree in fine art, Foskin went on to perfect his artwork. A painter and beginner sculptor, Foskin developed his art, learning from different experiences and artists.
After years of passionate dedication, Foskin acquired a reputation for his artwork, submitting it to various art shows and exhibits.
A showing of his art recently opened at Northeastern Community College in Sterling. His artwork can also be found on the College of Liberal Arts Web site.
Foskin returned to CSU in 2000 as Webmaster for the College of Liberal Arts.
After receiving the position, he found passion in his job, working full time to create Web sites that not only display his work, but also illustrate the College of Liberal Arts' accomplishments. Foskin also found a passion for teaching, occasionally taking on art classes on campus.
He is survived by his brother, who is also an employee in the College of Liberal Arts dean's office. The brothers worked together to showcase accomplishments of the college and its students.
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Allison
posted 2/08/08 @ 7:43 AM MST
Keith was an amazing teacher and artist. He inspired me greatly in my time at CSU
Kelly Parsons
posted 6/30/08 @ 9:57 AM MST
I just found out on June 29, 2008 that Keith had passed away this last winter. Being a very dear friend of mine from the past I am sincerely upset about the news. (Continued…)
John Mostek
posted 7/17/08 @ 3:11 PM MST
Bonnie, Glenn, Brent, Monica, Jamie, Sheila, Keith, Kelly, sometimes a few others and me. Were better known as the "after hours club." I met Keith while managing a restaurant in Longmont Colorado in 1992 I followed Keith in 1997 to the "Little Big City of Reno," in hopes of striking it rich opening a restaurant. (Continued…)
Cathy Nichols
posted 2/20/09 @ 6:30 PM MST
Keith was a wonderful, gifted painter. I fell in love with his paintings many years ago, and I have never been so inspired by another artist.
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