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.
Summer 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. 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. Eight Weeks, Wednesday evenings, starting June 24, 6-8 pm
Painting With Soft Pastels
Immerse yourself in the brilliant colors of pastels and quickly see your efforts come to life. Learn about materials, including the different surfaces available and the types of soft pastels. The class will start with a drawing, and then, using a choice of paint, create an underpainting. Using pastels, students will learn how to mix colors on the canvas. Finally, learn how to protect and showcase your work. A materials list will be provided prior to class. Free subscription to instructor’s monthly Art Newsletter. Eight weeks, Tuesdays, starting June 24, 9:30 to 11:30 .
Weekend Workshops
Portrait Drawing of US Revolutionary Heroes
As part of our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, the subject of this workshop will be heroes from our country’s revolution. You will create a successfully executed portrait with easy-to-follow measurements, blending and shading using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. 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. Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28, from 10am.
Portrait 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 curriculum will cover human portrait proportions, measurements, and shading, as well as creating natural looking hair using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. 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. Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19, from 10am to 12 am.
Library Drawing Workshops – New!
Contact Guilford Art Center online to register.
I am working with libraries to host drawing workshops all over the state of Connecticut. All are free to the public.
Trumbull Library
Portrait Drawing of US Revolutionary Heroes – Free!
As part of our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, the subject of this workshop will be heroes from our country’s revolution. You will create a successfully executed portrait with easy-to-follow measurements, blending and shading using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. 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. Friday, May 8, 2 – 4 pm. Call to make reservations. Limit ten people.
Drawing Portraits of Famous People Free!
Drawing Portraits of Famous people is fun! Using tried and true methods, I can teach anyone to draw a beautiful portrait using photos and materials that I provide. Beginners/Intermediates, Teens and adults welcome. Individual and class instruction.. Monday, June 29, 11 am – 1 pm. Call to make reservations. Limit ten people.
33 Quality Street, Trumbull, CT 06611, Phone: 203-452-5197
Atwater Library
Portrait Drawing of US Revolutionary Heroes – Free!
As part of our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, the subject of this workshop will be heroes from our country’s revolution. You will create a successfully executed portrait with easy-to-follow measurements, blending and shading using a variety of pencils and shading techniques. 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. June 11, 6 – 8 pm. Call to make reservations. Limit ten people.
1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford, CT 06471 – (203) 315-6020