Loosen Up!

This is a link to the handout for my workshop at Somerset Art Association which will take place on Sept. 9 & 10. I plan to create and post materials like this for most of my upcoming classes. If you are attending the workshop, please feel free to download it and look it over before the class. If you are not signed up to attend, you are still welcome to the materials. I have a couple spots open, please call SAA if you would like to register at 908-234-2345.To view the slideshow, simply click on the arrow keys underneath the slide image to advance the slides. If you prefer to view it in full screen format, click on the "Full Screen" icon link in the lower right area (picture of little slide screen). To exit "Full Screen" view, use the ESC key on your keyboard.

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Welcome!

Madison Avenue - pastel, 9X12 (study for oil painting that is in progress)

I've timed the launch of this blog to coincide with the beginning of my fall classes. This is new for me and something I've given a lot of consideration to. There are many artists' blogs already out there, do we really need another one? I hope to offer an extended, virtual classroom: a place where my students (or anyone who has an interest in art) can ask questions, view demos, and discuss concepts related to drawing, painting and exhibiting their work. My focus, just as in my classes, will be on style development and building confidence in your skills. My goal is to maximize the learning experience by offering supportive materials outside of the classroom. For example, one of the challenges I have as an instructor has always been the balance of doing live demonstrations while not interfering with students' time to paint in the classroom. (Don't worry I don't plan to stop doing demos in class!) But, instead of taking up an hour of class time doing a lengthy demo, I can do an abbreviated demo in class (much like what I currently do), as well as post a more detailed video demo here that you can watch at your convenience.

I hope you gain something from the content posted here, and welcome your ideas, suggestions and feedback. To start, how about letting me know what YOU would like to see in terms of content and format?

Please comment and ask questions as often as you like, I want this to be a source of useful information and the best way I can do that is by having you tell me what is important to you.