Class Offerings
I have been teaching art and writing classes for over 15 years! I help students learn layout, lighting, color, and application of soft pastels, and other art materials. My writing classes are geared toward the art of picture book writing and draft layouts.
I am available during the day, evening, and Saturdays. I can accommodate homeschooling groups, children, teens, and adults. My art classes usually run for two hours (less for younger children).
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Below are the classes I offer. Contact me below to schedule a class!
I recommend children under 12 being in a 1.5 hour class. A two hour class is $175.
To find the materials for the soft pastel classes, please check on my Pastels Supply List- Amazon.
To find the materials for the acrylic classes, please check on my Acrylic Supply List- Amazon.
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Pet Portraits
-soft pastels
Best for teens and adults, this class focuses on rendering students' furry friend in soft pastels. They will learn how to layout their pet proportions, how to show lighting, fur direction, and color choices. A great introduction to animal portraiture.
Still Life
-soft pastels
Great for any age, this versatile class offers different still life subject matter depending on your needs and desire. Students can bring their favorite stuffed animal, or use provided items such as plants, toys, basic shapes, and even the traditional (plastic) fruit. This class teaches light, color, layout, and basic perspective.
Landscapes
-soft pastels
This Landscape class is great for any age and can be tailored to meet the skill level of the student(s). Using provided landscape scenes, students will learn atmospheric perspective, color choice, and soft pastel application. Seasonal landscape classes available!
Writing Workshop
Creating A Picture Book Draft
In this interactive class, students will choose writing prompts, write a short story, outline their story, and create a book "dummy" draft. They will learn more about story arcs, picture book page turns, and how picture books use both images and text to work to gether to tell a story.
Spooky Landscsape
-soft pastels or any medium
For elementary school and up, this class applies landscape and atmospheric technique in a spooky setting, great for the Halloween season. Students will learn how colors work together to make the Jack-o-lantern's facial features glow from the candle we imagine within. A fun twist on landscapes.
Neon Signs
-acrylic paints on canvas board
A fun art class to help students understand how color works together to make unique effects. This class focuses on a glowing effect that neon signs make. Using just acrylic paints (and glow paint if available for an added touch), students will see their artwork glow!
"Pointillism" Fun!
-acrylic paint or markers
Preschool, elementary, and older kids will enjoy making their own "Pointillism' paintings based on Georges Seurat's technique from A Sunday of La Grande Jatte. This is a perfect pairing to Becky's picture book, Escape to Play!
To schedule a class, please contact me below: