PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN THE GOLDEN HOUR—IN-PERSON

“I loved being outside in gorgeous locations with a terrific instructor! The demos were so helpful with specific tips with each medium. Such a talented artist and good critiques to help further our work!”

— KAREN WEIR

Website: https://www.karenweirfineart.com/

PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN THE GOLDEN HOUR—IN-PERSON

“At each location Ken created a detailed study of the landscape using a different media each day: watercolor, oil, pastel & acrylic. This allowed us to try new media or stick with our preference. After watching Ken’s demo, we worked on our own pieces and finished up with his gentle and encouraging critique of the group’s efforts. Inspiring, humbling, productive and very educational.”

— STEPHANIE FRIEDRICH

PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN THE GOLDEN HOUR—IN-PERSON

“I enjoyed the spirit of adventure in painting plein air... you never know what to expect and the outcome is not always as important as the experience of just being 'out there' doing it. Ken gave me the confidence to experience this, using materials I have not used before outside of the studio.”

— BIANCA ROMANI

PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN THE GOLDEN HOUR—IN-PERSON

“I enjoyed the immediacy of painting outdoors. Ken guided us to create a good working sketch with proper proportions and how to build the painting with dark to light values to give life and dimension. As he said, color gets all the credit, and values do all the work.”

— INGRID TURNER

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Ken’s course really improved my technical drawing skills, and it was also very enjoyable! I found the course material to be very interesting and Ken has a great teaching style!”

— BELLA BISHOP

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“I really appreciated the Athenaeum adapting to Zoom during the covidl9 crisis, so that artists could continue learning and taking classes.”

— JOANN SIEGFRIED

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Anyone who is interested in drawing and painting the human form would enjoy Ken Goldman's classes. From beginners to more advanced students his classes are invaluable based on a lifetime of learning and practicing his craft.”

— INGRID TURNER

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“This course was transformative! I now have a greater appreciation of the human form and its gestures as well as more confidence in my ability to draw.”

— NANCY WILLS

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Ken Goldman is great artist and instructor. He excels at teaching all levels of students with his encouraging comments. He is a devoted teacher and all styles will flourish.”

— JUNE RUBIN

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“I can't believe how my skills improved in just 6 weeks as a result of Ken's instruction. Really A+ level class and I'm very appreciative.”

— CINDY PURVANCE

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“This course helps you master technical drawing skills and inspires you with its creative content!”

— BELLA BISHOP

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“I'm a beginner but took some drawing classes at NYC's Arts Students' League. Having recently moved back to San Diego, I found Ken Goldman's class online. It was very educational, and I also liked Ken's patient approach. It's got me excited for more Athenaeum classes to continue my exploration of art as well as re-ground myself in the community.”

— CHRISTOPHER KEARNS

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Ken is one of the best teachers I've had to date. Totally competent, and able to translate this to others. I will always try to take any class he offers if I possibly can.”

— ELLEN GOULD

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Having Zoom classes with Ken & Stephanie has been an absolute life-saver during this crazy pandemic. Even the occasional technological glitch hasn’t phased them, or the students. Ken and Stephanie always find something creative and positive and their classes are so rewarding. Ken has a great way of finding the positives in your work and using that to develop other strengths.”

— STEPHANIE FRIEDRICH

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Art Classes on Zoom offer greater flexibility. The instruction is both personal and inspiring. You can watch the instructor do their demonstration and do your own painting at will going back and forth without hesitation. Individual critiques and group critiques are up to you. Great versatility.”

— NANCY PHILLIPS

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Zoom worked very well for me.”

— MARY LYNN PRICE

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“It is so comfortable working in my own studio and taking a class. I have a large monitor and Zoom has worked out flawlessly. You can click on any of the other participants and see what they are doing and also watch the instructor demos. And no parking issues!”

— JAIN MALKIN

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“I have been thrilled to be able to take their classes (just finishing Ken’s class, and adding Stephanie’s at the end of the month). I live in Orange County and am not able to attend local San Diego classes. This was a marvelous opportunity for me to study with these two wonderful artists from the comfort of my own home. I really enjoyed the Zoom format. In our class we had a different live model each week. Our teacher worked alongside us, demonstrating as we sketched/painted. We could watch him as well as work ourselves. He was available to help with any questions and look at our work. It was a wonderful experience. What a gift! Thanks to the Athenaeum!”

— INGRID TURNER (SPRING 2020)

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“I highly recommend Ken Goldman’s classes. He is tops in understanding the figure and how to draw or paint it, no matter your style or medium. He is helpful with ideas and comments that encourage the growth in your work.”

— INGRID TURNER (FALL 2020)

PAINTING & DRAWING THE HUMAN FIGURE—ONLINE

“Ken was encouraging, instructive & it was such an inspiring experience!”

— BELLA BISHOP

“I loved being outside in gorgeous locations with a terrific instructor! The demos were so helpful with specific tips with each medium. Such a talented artist and good critiques to help further our work!”

“I enjoyed the spirit of adventure in painting plein air... you never know what to expect and the outcome is not always as important as the experience of just being 'out there' doing it. Ken gave me the confidence to experience this, using materials I have not used before outside of the studio.”

“I enjoyed the immediacy of painting outdoors. Ken guided us to create a good working sketch with proper proportions and how to build the painting with dark to light values to give life and dimension. As he said, color gets all the credit, and values do all the work.”

“Ken’s course really improved my technical drawing skills, and it was also very enjoyable! I found the course material to be very interesting and Ken has a great teaching style!”

“I really appreciated the Athenaeum adapting to Zoom during the covidl9 crisis, so that artists could continue learning and taking classes.”

“Anyone who is interested in drawing and painting the human form would enjoy Ken Goldman's classes. From beginners to more advanced students his classes are invaluable based on a lifetime of learning and practicing his craft.”

“This course was transformative! I now have a greater appreciation of the human form and its gestures as well as more confidence in my ability to draw.”

“Ken Goldman is great artist and instructor. He excels at teaching all levels of students with his encouraging comments. He is a devoted teacher and all styles will flourish.”

“I can't believe how my skills improved in just 6 weeks as a result of Ken's instruction. Really A+ level class and I'm very appreciative.”

“This course helps you master technical drawing skills and inspires you with its creative content!”

“Ken is one of the best teachers I've had to date. Totally competent, and able to translate this to others. I will always try to take any class he offers if I possibly can.”

“Zoom worked very well for me.”

“It is so comfortable working in my own studio and taking a class. I have a large monitor and Zoom has worked out flawlessly. You can click on any of the other participants and see what they are doing and also watch the instructor demos. And no parking issues!”

“I highly recommend Ken Goldman’s classes. He is tops in understanding the figure and how to draw or paint it, no matter your style or medium. He is helpful with ideas and comments that encourage the growth in your work.”

“Ken was encouraging, instructive & it was such an inspiring experience!”

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