Acrylic Painting Private Lessons

Adults
Kids ages 9-17 with instructor approval
1.5-hr lessons
4, 8, or 12 weeks of lessons

Description:

All experience levels are welcome! Students will learn concepts and techniques for acrylic painting. We will cover things like: Color mixing, painting techniques, brushwork, and how to improve our work. I give a quick demo and tips along the way so students can improve their skills. 

Students have plenty of flexibility & creativity in lessons. More advanced adults and teens may like to work on a single long-term project. (ex: such as "how to paint this landscape picture I absolutely love" or "how to paint my pet." Some students work slower than others, and that's ok! There's not a set number of projects; what matters is your learning.

We'll go step-by-step through the techniques you'll need for your chosen subject, working from real life objects and/or reference photos. I paint the same subject my students choose so I can better demonstrate what they may need to know for their painting. I do not require students to paint in a certain "style" but instead focus on technical skills and concepts that apply to their work.

We work with Liquitex acrylic paints on canvas or canvas board. Other mediums are introduced as needed, such as a slow-dry medium or thick modeling paste.

Goals of painting lessons:

• Improve your painting skills, wherever you're at in your art journey
• Get a solid grasp on color mixing in a way that won't turn your palette yucky
  
• See how saturation levels can alter the focal point of your painting
• Understand value levels of color and how they affect your painting
• Become more confident in your painting skills so you can make what you see in your head
• Get a solid grasp on color mixing in a way that won't turn your palette yucky
• Understand how to use the elements of art and principles of design to make your paintings feel more satisfying
• Learn to enjoy the painting process and the messy fun!

Students can sign up for as many sessions as they like. They'll always get to create something different!

Supplies:

All supplies are included in the classroom, but students are highly encouraged to sketch and practice painting at home. (See recommended supplies) 

Bringing in or emailing photos of your chosen subject is great, but I also have access to stock photos we can use.

Scheduling:

Private lessons can be scheduled on flexible days and times. Please contact me first to make sure our schedules jive. My calendar page shows you some general days I'm available but is not a guarantee of availability. After we talk schedules, please register online for the class you want. 

I'll send you a link to my calendar so you can officially schedule your days/times. If you do not hear from me within 1 business day, please check your inbox and spam folder for my name (Rebecca Block), check other possible email addresses you might have used, and then contact me if you still don't see it.

Sibling/friend discount:

15% off for 2 or more students! Simply add the number of students to your cart for the lessons you would like to do together, and the discount will automatically be applied at checkout. Age restrictions still apply due to safety in the studio and developmental appropriateness of projects/materials (Ages 9-17).

Other:

"How do I know my kid is ready for art class?"

All students are expected to use materials responsibly, clean up afterwards, and be safe in my art studio. If your student cannot handle that or staying in the boundaries of my studio, then another art studio may be a better fit. Please read the full policies here.

Location:

My home studio is in my garage in Waipahu, mauka from Lowe's off H1/exit 7. Exact address will be manually emailed after registration. Please check your inbox and spam folder for my name if you don't see it within 1 business day. (Rebecca Block)