Time : 1:30PM - 4:30PM CDT on Sun --- Individual instruction aimed at improving the draftsmanship of the experienced and beginning artist. Line, gesture, proportion, construction, light and shade are explored as we attempt to represent the human form. Any drawing or water-based media is welcome in this class. Special Notes

Time : 6:30PM - 9:30PM CDT on Mon --- Individual instruction aimed at improving the draftsmanship of the experienced and beginning artist. Line, gesture, proportion, construction, light and shade are explored as we attempt to represent the human form. Any drawing or water-based media is welcome in this class. Special Notes $60 non-refundable model fee […]

Time : 6:30PM - 9:30PM CDT on Tue --- For centuries, artists have utilized toned papers for both their aesthetic qualities as well as a shorthand means toward representing the wide spectrum of values observed in nature. Students will learn the basic construction and landmarks of the head. Then they will quickly move on to […]

Time : 2:00AM - 5:00PM CDT on Wed --- I’m so excited to be starting an oil painting 5-week painting workshop at the Palette and Chisel. I’ve been asked to do this for several years now. This year is the year. My teaching approach is very relaxed and encouraging. We’ll be showing one to three […]

We will start the year 2025 in style, by studying the head (portrait), the neck and the torso. Very important parts of the body in the representation of the human body. See you soon then. We will discuss their form and function from the theoretical perspective of phenomorphology of the human body. Join us for […]

Time : 6:30PM - 9:30PM CDT on Wed --- Design is essential to help your art communicate and connect. It surpasses all other techniques and tools, color and yes, even value. Intent maybe the only thing more important than design. This class will help you understand and recognize the value of great design. Great design […]

We will start the year 2025 in style, by studying the head (portrait), the neck and the torso. Very important parts of the body in the representation of the human body. See you soon then. We will discuss their form and function from the theoretical perspective of phenomorphology of the human body. Join us for […]

Time : 10:30AM - 1:00PM CDT on Thur --- In this online class, you will learn to implement key concepts and watercolor painting techniques that will allow you to have a deeper understanding of the medium. Each art lesson includes one-on-one guidance with focus on the top principles of creating a solid painting: • How […]

Time : 1:00PM - 4:00PM CDT on Thur --- For centuries, artists have utilized toned papers for both their aesthetic qualities as well as a shorthand means toward representing the wide spectrum of values observed in nature. Students will learn the basic construction and landmarks of the head. Then they will quickly move on to […]

Time : 6:30PM - 9:30PM CDT on Thur ---   Sargent, Wyeth and Zorn have shown watercolor to be an ideal medium for figure painting. Students gain experience working directly from a live model for both short and more extended poses. Learning to "see" in masses, utilizing a limited palette and the fundamental techniques of […]

Time : 9:00AM - 3:30PM CDT on Sat --- In this class, students will draw four different nude figures or portraits from life in graphite (one drawing per week). Students can decide whether they wish to draw the figure or portrait each week. Instruction will include demonstrations and individual critiques, and will focus on understanding the gesture, […]