Susan Singer Classes
Susan Singer offers art classes at her home studio near Trader Joe’s Southside
Monday - Wednesday each week. Her classes are full of great learning offered in an easy-going, fun, dynamic way. Susan is an encouraging, enthusiastic teacher who loves to teach and also loves to create her own artwork. Parking is readily available in the cul de sac by her home.
To sign up, email SusanSingerArt@msn.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
Susan Singer's teaching philosophy involves offering you, the student, a rich, engaging, fun, encouraging, resource-laden adventure as you begin or continue your creative journey. She recognizes it can feel intimidating to begin to learn a new skill as an adult, so, especially in the Beginning classes, she teaches discrete skills in a way that they can be learned then mastered. From there, you will learn other skills, and eventually, you'll be able to combine them to create drawings and paintings that will amaze you!
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DRAWING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
When I mention to people that I am an artist, some of them will say, “Oh, I could never be an artist! I can’t even draw a straight line!”
I feel sad when people condemn themselves so blithely to that self-assessment because Drawing is actually a SKILL. Just like anything else, it is something that can be learned. True, there are people who have extraordinary talent, those who were born able to draw, but most of us mere mortals have to learn to draw the hard way – through skill building and practice. It’s like learning to play an instrument – there are people who can play by ear and never have to take a lesson – I am in awe of them! – but most of us have to take lessons and practice. Drawing is like that.
In this class, I will present you with a series of lessons which will help you learn to SEE the world and to build your skill as you learn how to render it in graphite, charcoal, and ink. By the end of the class, you’ll be delighted by your newfound abilities and will feel remarkably solid in your ability to draw what you see before you.
Monday evenings, 6:30 – 9 PM, 6/22 – 8/3, 6 weeks with no class 7/20, $240 plus $10 supply fee. Please email SusanSingerArt@msn.com to sign up or to get more information. Minimum 6 students, maximum 10. Classes are held at Susan’s home studio near Trader Joe’s Southside.
“I am a rank beginner but Susan, born teacher that she is, has more patience with me than I have with myself. I’ve learned a lot in her classes and would highly recommend!" -Jean Salter
INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
If you have already taken Beginning Watercolor or have gotten comfortable with the basics of Watercolor through working on your own, this might be the perfect class for you now! Here you will have the opportunity to review skills and learn new ones while studying and emulating the work of some great artists such as Paul Klee and Georgia O’Keeffe. Each class will consist of instruction about an artist, some skill building, then a chance to apply both as you create a work of your own based on what you’ve just learned.
Monday mornings, 10 – 12:30, 6 weeks, 6/22 – 7/27, $240 plus $10 materials fee. Please email SusanSingerArt@msn.com to sign up or learn more. Minimum 6 students, Maximum 12. Classes are held at Susan’s home studio near Trader Joe’s Southside.
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OPEN STUDIO
This class offers an opportunity to explore projects you are interested in. It is great for students who have been doing art for long enough to have the basics down, who know what they want to work on, and who would like individual instruction as needed to continue to progress in their art journey. Most students work in watercolor, but you are welcome to work in any medium you prefer.
It’s a relaxed, encouraging, welcoming environment, perfect for anyone who wants to make art and needs a set time and place to do it.
Tuesday mornings, 10-12:30, 6 weeks, 6/23 – 8/4 (no class 7/21), $240. Please email SusanSingerArt@msn.com to sign up or learn more. Classes are held at Susan’s home studio near Trader Joe’s Southside.
"Susan has been an inspiration to me. Her creative approach to teaching -- and art -- has helped me grow as a watercolor art student. She emphasizes technique, which is something students can carry with them wherever they create art." -Michele R
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PRIVATE LESSONS
If none of these classes feels like the right fit for you and/or doesn’t fit into your schedule, I’d be happy to offer you Private Lessons at a time that works for you. I will gladly develop a curriculum for you, but if, alternatively, you already know what you’d like to learn, feel free to let me know, and I’ll teach you that.
In the past, students have studied the following: Watercolor (all levels), Drawing (all levels), Creativity, Art History, Portfolio Preparation (for high school students looking to apply for art school), and more.
If you’d like to discuss this possibility or to arrange lessons, please email me at SusanSingerArt@msn.com, and we can set up many or as few lessons as you’d like. $75/hour for one person. If you’d like to have lessons with a friend, the cost is $85/person for a two hour session. Classes are held at Susan’s home studio near Trader Joe’s Southside.
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REVIEWS
“Susan exudes enthusiasm for any art medium she shares with others!”
“Susan, I really enjoyed your watercolor class. Your energy, patience, and knowledge made the class wonderful for all of us. I think this class will give me a boost to make painting more of a habit – and I am definitely hoping to take another class with you.” … Paula
“Always upbeat and encouraging. She values the artist in each student!”
“Susan is a fantastic teacher. She enthusiastically presents concepts in a way that is easy to understand and provides gentle critiques and advice to bring out the best in her students. I have taken two courses with her and greatly appreciate all that I have learned from her. Side note: she is one of the most optimistic, happy people I have ever met, and her enthusiasm is contagious.”
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CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
$50 non-refundable registration fee per registration included in cost of tuition.
Cancellation up to 3 weeks before start date – 100% refund, less registration fee.
Cancellation less than 3 weeks before start date but more than one week: 50% refund, less registration fee.
Cancellation less than 1 week before start date - no refund except in the case of emergency.
If the class is cancelled, you will receive 100% refund.