Thomas Morgan was a resident of Carmel-by-the-Sea for 20 years working on architectural designs for homes and buildings.

She took some instruction with William Keith, a family friend, of whom she has been called a favorite pupil.

[2] In 1903, Morgan came to Carmel-by-the-Sea before purchasing a home and studio in 1909 from watercolorist Sydney Yard, located on Lincoln near Seventh Street.

During World War II she traveled weekly to Fort Ord to sketch some of the men stationed there.

For years instructor of young artists in Carmel Summer School of Art.Morgan died of a heart attack on October 10, 1948, at age 80, in Carmel-by-the-Sea.