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Impressionist Landscapes from Photo in Cedarburg

Held at the Cedarburg Cultural Center

Impressionist Landscapes in Acrylic from Photo with Beki Borman Saturday, January 10:  10 am-3 pm Discover how to capture color and light the way the impressionists did. We will discuss historical examples of impressionism, analyzing the techniques of artists such as Monet and Pissaro. Then using demonstration and guided steps, students will work from photograph and life to create their own impressionist style paintings. This class is perfect for beginners or painters who want to challenge their current working methods. We will take a 30 minute for lunch; bring a bag lunch. Please see below for student supply list. 

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The Art of Composition at The Wilson Center in Brookfield

January – The Art of Composition

$100.00

Wednesday, Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 (4 sessions)

6:00-8:00pm

Every good drawing or painting begins with a good composition. In this class we will delve into the concepts of what makes a good composition. With a focus on drawing, students will work with still life to deepen their understanding of how to arrange objects in a picture to create the desired effect. Classical examples and class discussion will provide students with feedback and direction. Register online

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A Note on My Teaching Philosophy

I have been teaching art for over a decade. Most of my classes are designed by me and are geared to embrace a range of experience levels.
Being an artist takes WORK. But it is never too late to start. I believe one should start in a way that will be less intimidating. Don’t spend thousands on supplies and then be afraid to “waste them” on “bad paintings”. The hardest part of making art is not to learn the tools or techniques. The hardest part is breaking old habits and being fearless in trying new approaches.

As a teacher, my goal is to help the individual on their unique journey while providing general goals and lessons for everyone in the class to learn from and respond to. I hope you will consider taking a class with me at some point. I offer classes in painting (acrylic), abstraction, pastel, mixed media, landscape, drawing, and more. Click on the classes link above to see what’s coming! Feel free to contact me with any questions . I hope to make art with you soon.

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