I’ve been teaching art for several years now and love every minute of it. I find that it’s rewarding for both myself and my students. It’s so exciting to see their work evolve into wonderful art that they can feel proud of. It’s rewarding when a student says “Thank you. I’ve learned so much in your class!”
My classes are in the New Haven County area, both in local art centers and at high schools that sponsor enrichment classes for adult education.
I am available for private lessons in painting and drawing, whether in your home or on location. I also love to instruct en plein air painting and drawing. Please contact me for more information.
Fall 2025 Classes
Hamden Adult Education (At North Haven High School)
Drawing People, Places, and Things
Explore seascape, cityscape and landscape drawing using photo references. Start with selecting your scene according to composition guidelines. For cityscapes, learn how to break down large buildings into basic shapes and textures and draw figures with proper proportions. We will apply linear perspective to simplify drawing skyscrapers, vehicles, and people. As we examine country scenery, learn to create harmonious sketches of trees, rustic buildings, fields, rivers and rocks. From crashing waves and stormy seas to floating sailboats on tranquil waters, we will study the dynamics and beauty of seascapes. Instructor will provide photo choices for each scene. Class critiques. Beginner/Intermediate, teens/adults. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Ten weeks, September 17 – December 3, Wednesdays 6-8:00 pm.
Express Yourself in Oil Paints
Explore the vibrant colors, textures, and timeless beauty of oil paints. Learn about values, color mixing, texture, edges and how to select a good composition. Instructor will cover the materials used in oil painting, including paint, brushes, surfaces, and medium. Instructor will demonstrate a variety of painting techniques and will provide individual and class instruction and informative handouts for each topic. Bring sharp 8” x 10” or larger printed photo references or use one provided by instructor (no electronic references). Class critiques. Beginner/Intermediate, Teens/Adults. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Ten weeks. September 15 – December 1, Mondays, 6-8:00 pm.
My Hamden Adult Education Enrichment Classes are held at North Haven High School. located at 221 Elm Street, North Haven.
Go to Hamden Adult Ed to sign up. Class will be posted in early August. Be sure to sign up early as my classes fill quickly.
Guilford Art Center
Portrait and Figure Drawing
Ever want to draw someone’s portrait, but were unable to figure out where to start? In this class, you will learn the guidelines for creating a successfully executed human portrait. The first weeks of class will cover portrait proportions, measurements, and shading, as well as creating natural looking hair using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. Later, learn the basics of drawing the human figure using various techniques of measurements, shapes and postures. Fashion a figure in active and inactive stances from photo references while considering basic bone and muscle structure. One class will be dedicated to drawing a live model’s portrait and one class to drawing a live figure. Handouts will be provided. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Instructor will provide photos for thfor the portrait. Student provided photos need instructor approval. Class critiques, Teens/Adults. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Ten weeks, starting September 16, Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 am.
Express Yourself in Oil Paints
Explore the vibrant colors, textures, and timeless beauty of oil paints. Learn about values, color mixing, texture, edges and how to select a good composition. Instructor will cover the materials used in oil painting, including paint, brushes, surfaces, and medium. Instructor will demonstrate a variety of painting techniques and will provide individual and class instruction and informative handouts for each topic. Bring a sharp 8″ x 10″ or larger printed photo reference or use one provided by instructor (no electronic references). Class critiques. Beginner/Intermediate, Teens/Adults. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Ten weeks, starting September 16, Tuesdays from 12 – 3:30 pm.
Contact Guilford Art Center online to register.
Fall Workshop New!
Rendering a Dog or Cat in Pencil, Ink and Paint Pick a photo of a dog or cat, then draw it in pencil, followed by ink, and then paint it in acrylics or oil. This is a great way to learn and apply different techniques in a progressive exercise using different media. Photos will be provided or bring an 8×10 printed photo in color and black and white. Beginner/Intermediate. Class critiques and individual and group instruction. Two days, October 18-19. 9:30 to 3, 30 minutes lunch.