“The zoom format lets you enjoy the instruction without the hassles. I am able to continue my journey remotely. I’d love to have the lectures presented on Zoom also.”
— ROBIN NORDHOFF“Zoom means you can take the class anywhere... even when traveling. And friends, in different cities, can join you... making the class even more fun.”
— CHUCK LAUGHLIN“What fun to have this class online. It was very interactive with our teacher Sharon and the other students as well. I really appreciated being able to continue my art learning during this difficult time!”
— JOSEPHINE VON HERZEN“I learned so much in this class. Sharon is a super teacher who gives excellent advice on improving your own painting as class proceeds. I don’t think the learning experience was diminished at all by taking a zoom class versus the classroom experience. I was inspired by taking this class and will definitely be signing up for another.”
— ELAINE HALL“Sharon is a gifted instructor. Patient, and always encouraging to her students.”
— CHUCK LAUGHLIN“Sharon has been delightful in helping me loosen up my painting style... making the whole process more fun.”
— CHUCK LAUGHLIN“Each of the classes I’ve taken at the Athenaeum over many years have been outstanding. The instructors take their job seriously and are terrific teachers as well as artists. Currently I’m taking Sharon Carol Demery’s Fauvism and Abstract classes and hope to continue for years to come. Thank you to all!”
— SARA MATTA“Didn’t even know what fauvism was until taking this class, now I can create what’s known as a ‘wild beast.’”
— GRACE BENTON“I have taken many classes with Sharon—she is a wonderful teacher for every level, and every painting style from abstract to fauvism. She has a wealth of experience and information. I learn something in every class.”
— PAULINE BEAUSOLEIL“Sharon is a really good teacher. She teaches techniques and was extremely interesting to paint in the Impressionist style and do the same painting in the Fauvist style. Learned a lot!”
— MARIANA ADAN“Sharon’s course was a brilliant balance of art history & practical application.”
— BELLA BISHOP“Pierre was informative and knowledgeable but beyond that, he listened to students’ questions/comments and responded with further information or demonstration, or both. He is very approachable and extremely patient - he is also realistic when helping students to set goals for the class.”
— NICHOLE CONDON“Pierre was great at helping us all develop our hand-building skills. He was awesome at showing us how to shape and form our projects by using different techniques and tricks. He was patient and knowledgeable with all aspects of design, function and process, and was willing and able to offer helpful suggestions and insight on our creations. His class was fun and informative.”
— AMY WILLIAMSInstagram: @artsygirlamy
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— BINA PATELWebsite: https://www.saathiimpact.com/
Read More“Instructor was excellent, patient and informative, Pierre was awesome. I loved how thorough Pierre was in explaining the science or chemistry behind the various materials, i.e. why you approach it this way or that. He was someone that has such a good balance between the creative and the science.”
— DINA ZUANICH“Love her ease and flow of how she presents the material. Lightheartedness, humor, relatability. Fun! It was exactly as I had anticipated, learned some new things. Enjoyed my time with all in the class.”
— MARIE VICKERSInstagram: @mvickers3353
Read More“Jill’s class in watercolor was innovative, unusual and fun. I loved the ability she has to bring out the ‘wild abandon.’ Every artist, beginner to advanced can learn something new which was exactly what we all need.”
— JANE ECHOLS“As I’m sure you already know, Jill is a remarkable teacher! I don’t think I’ve ever learned more and had more fun than in her class!
This was my first art class since grade school and exactly what I needed during this time of the world turned upside down! Even if the world was ‘right side up’ I would still have loved it!
She has a wonderful presence and is a kind, nonjudgmental witness to us and still offers insightful, wise suggestions on how we could enhance our work.
Even though I’m a beginner, she has a way of instilling confidence and urges us to set aside perfectionism and comparison (two lifelong challenges for me). This, along with her sparkling sense of humor and warm, authentic nature has made taking this class; a truly JOY-full experience for me.
I sincerely hope that you will invite Jill to teach many more classes! She’s the bomb.”
— SUE RIVER“Staff (Amanda) and instructors (Lori and Jill) were so patient and helpful in helping all of us become comfortable using the Zoom format. Any hesitation I had in using an online format was quickly put to rest and I quickly enjoyed the time to have fun and create with inspiring instructors!”
— DIANE TINDALLInstagram: @dtindall982020
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