“Sharon Demery’s approach to teaching uses examples, discussion, methods, and challenges to ignite creativity in her students. In addition to instruction, she is a coach. She cheers everyone on while offering kind critiques and assurance to each individual in the class. Her various approaches to teaching abstract painting make the impossible subject now possible.”
“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'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.”
“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.”
“In addition to being a very knowledgeable photographer, Ernesto is an interested and accomplished instructor. He is able to communicate effectively, regardless of the student's level.”
“This is a perfect course for photographers interested in finding and capturing special views of San Diego, and also developing your creative eye through instruction and group feedback.”
“How can it be that I have been continuously enrolling in Pat Kelly's classes for at least 6 years, and yet; I still pick up something new in every class? A great teacher that recognizes what each student needs at that moment - Pat Kelly is THAT!”
“Each class that I take from this instructor has always provided more than I expected. The instructor brings great insight and experience to each session and class.”
“Suda House, our instructor, never ceases to amaze. Her creativity infuses the class projects with helpful critiques and ideas to expand our abilities and concepts. Participants learn from each other as we build our portfolios and projects.”
“If you are shy about your ability to draw or paint, but have always wanted to take a simple, stress-free, class to learn some basic techniques to get yourself out of your own head, this is the class for you. Jill Badonsky is not only an artist but she's a miracle worker. I was so nervous about taking an art class but with how Jill teaches, I promise you will learn a lot of techniques that will get you out of your own way! Just do it!”
“Jill is like an adventure guide into your own creativity. You'll discover that you are creative in ways you never thought you'd be. And you'll have a lot of fun along the way!”
“The instructor is expert in allowing the students to work at their own pace and yet attempt projects that are at a much higher level than they would have, without that instruction.”
“France-Marie encapsulates a structurally but free artistic expression that is engaging, supportive, and deeply compelling. Her breadth of knowledge of art history and her own experience as an accomplished artist enable her to allow her students the freedom to creatively unfold within the boundaries of an instructor who knows how to create an inspired premise. France-Marie is artistic instruction incarnate. She inspires your creative best self. She makes you believe that you can explore and create. And that’s beautiful.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction of so many new ideas and ways of working. The class more than fulfilled its promise of creativity and imagination.”
“I have completed two of Jill's classes Writing as Art, and it has been a real refuge for me during the pandemic. She is funny, very supportive, and has such creative ways of helping you find your creative side. Everyone is included regardless of experience, and my writing skills have improved wonderfully.”
