Art Instruction
Sharing the process and joy of creating art is a very important part of being an artist. Brush and Sketch Art Studio, founded by my wife Nancy and I provides inspiration and instruction for young artists and adults. We offer group and private art instruction in a variety of mediums: watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, pencil, gouache, oil, and digital. Nancy works with our younger artists and I work with adults who are passionate about growing their skill and creating fine art.
Our studio offers workshops and critiques; coaching with paintings in progress or series of paintings; plein air painting and studio work; from basic principles to advanced.
It would be a privilege to work with you and help you take your art to the next level.
Current Classes and Workshops:
Private Instruction with John Ball John Ball is an accomplished artist offering instruction for teenagers through adults that focus on building strong technical foundations while encouraging individual expression. He teaches in watercolor, oil, acrylic, and drawing mediums while sharing from an extensive professional experience in both studio and observational work. Instruction includes working from reference material, life drawing and painting, plein air studies, and art theory. Students benefit from clear demonstrations, thoughtful critiques, and a supportive learning environment designed to strengthen skills, deepen understanding, and support meaningful artistic growth at every level. $300 monthly
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DRAWING STUDIO is a weekly class that is meant for serious artists who want to grow their drawing skill. The class meets on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 and is led by professional artist, John Ball. John takes the students through a series of exercises, focusing on the different aspects of drawing, along with encouragement and critique sessions. Ages 14 through adult. $50 per class or $165 per month.
Open Studio- Saturday 5-7:30 Painting and drawing directly from life is one of the best ways to improve an artist's skill. The weekly Open Studio is for artists ages 16 and up. Come paint along side artists of various levels and learn from practicing together. We will be painting a head study (portrait) from the live model and/or still life arrangement.
Artists bring your own materials- oil, acrylic, watercolor, charcoal, easel, etc.
Cost is $10. Cost covers model expenses, still life objects (ex. fresh flowers) and studio overhead. Space is limited to first come basis. Drop us an email to let us know you are coming: brushandsketch@gmail.com