I teach drawing and painting skills that foster a love of art and nature
Classes
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If you can't make all the sessions, there will be an opportunity to make them up in August (so long as the class fills up and runs as planned)
August Outdoor Sketching
WHAT: A casual time to draw and paint while savoring the last summer evenings. We'll take sketching trips to Creston Park. BYOB!
WHERE: My backyard art space. 3845 SE 42nd Ave.
WHEN: 6:30-8:30pm, August 5, 12, 19, and 26.
HOW MUCH: $150 includes all four sessions.
Cancellation Policy:
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Cancellations are subject to a $20 processing fee
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Refunds available if requested at least 10 days before the first class date
PCC: Coached Art Practice: Watercolor, Gouache and Acrylic
WHAT: Time set aside each week to paint with fellow artists and get help from me.
WHERE: Portland Community College: Community Education. Southeast Campus: 2305 SE 82nd and Division.
WHEN: Wednesday, 6:30-8:20pm. Please see my staff page to sign up for the current term. Please join my mailing list to be notified when registration opens.
PCC: Watercolor Fundamentals (Fall 2025!)
WHAT: Learn watercolor painting from the ground up. This class will introduce you to materials and skills including water and brush control, value discrimination, color mixing, and constructive sketching. By the end of class you will have completed your first simple still-life! Suitable for beginners as well as seasoned painters hoping to brush up on the basics.
WHERE: Portland Community College: Community Education. Southeast Campus: 2305 SE 82nd and Division.
WHEN: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:20pm, 9/1-11/19. Please see my staff page to sign up when registration opens.
Please join my mailing list to be notified when registration opens.
Private Lessons
WHAT: One-on-one drawing and painting lessons. Topics we may address include:
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skill building with demonstrations
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scheduling time to draw and paint
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recommendations: including materials, art books, local classes and more
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customized assignments
WHERE: Flexible, includes my outdoor art area in Southeast Portland (near Creston Park, 4454 SE Powell Blvd). A bathroom will be available.
WHEN: Flexible. We'll find a time that works!
Please contact me to learn more and schedule your first session!