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.
Spring 2025 Classes
Guilford Art Center
Drawing Portraits of People and Pets
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 curriculum will cover human portrait proportions, measurements, and shading, as well as creating natural looking hair using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. You will also learn the tricks of how to draw a pet portrait, including how to render the expression in the eyes and the softness of the fur or feathers. Instructor will provide photos and handouts. Student provided photos need instructor approval. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Teens/Adults. Demonstrations, one-on-one attention and class critiques. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Tuesdays, 10 am to 12 pm. Ten weeks, starting March 25 to May 27.
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. Eight weeks, Tuesdays from 1 to 3:30 pm, March 25 to May 27.
Contact Guilford Art Center online to register.
Hamden Adult Education (at North Haven High School)
Drawing Portraits of People and Pets
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. We will cover drawing adult, baby, and child portraits in different viewpoints. Learn about drawing tools and values and shading. Handouts will be provided. Beginners and intermediates welcome. For the portrait, bring an 8”x10” or larger photo of someone who you would like to draw, (adult or child) or use one provided by the instructor. One class will have a live clothed model. Fee for model. Starts in February 2025.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 curriculum will cover human portrait proportions, measurements, and shading, as well as creating natural looking hair using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. You will also learn the tricks of how to draw an animal portrait, including how to render the expression in the eyes and the softness of the fur or feathers. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Instructor will provide photos and handouts. Student provided photos need instructor approval. Class critiques. Beginner/Intermediate, Teens/Adults. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Wednesdays, 6-8 pm. Twelve weeks, starting February 10.
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. Starts February 12.
Register for Hamden Adult Education classes online. All of my classes are held at North Haven High School, 221 Elm Street, North Haven.