Barbara Davies, Art Teacher

About

I am passionate about creating art, and love introducing others to the joy of painting. You will either follow along with me step by step as I create a painting, or, if you are experienced, I’ll help you with you project. Discover recipes for fool-proof color mixing, become familiar with various painting surfaces, brush types, painting mediums, and types of paint. Practice paint application, blending and much more. Demos and hand-out at each class. Materials included.

I have 15 years teaching experience and teaching credentials in art, MFA College of Art, Oakland.

Highlights

Hired 1 time

Serves Roseville, CA

Payment methods

Credit Card, Check

Specialties

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Painting type

Acrylics, Oil

Painting medium

Traditional canvas or paper, Wall or mural art

Number of students

A group of 3 – 5 people, A group of 6 – 10+ people

Student age(s)

26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Photos and videos

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Dene J.

Hands on experience with an accomplished teacher who excels in color matching, perspective, and balance. I have learned a lot from Barbara Davies!

August 16, 2019

Debra C.

The best thing about art on the lane is Barbra. She’s patient, knowledgeable and kind. I have learned so much from her and appreciate her willingness to help and inspire when I want to give up!

August 15, 2019

Heidi P.

Barbaras precision. Her excellent work & her ability to show students just how to paint as perfect as she does. Shes the best!

August 14, 2019

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

A new student will choose an image to paint, either landscape, simple seascape, flower, etc., and I will help him/her draw the image on canvas. Next, the student will paint along with me, as I demonstrate color mixing and techniques for applying the paint and blending colors.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Adult Education Certificate; UC Santa Cruz

College of Art, Oakland CA, BA Art

CA Teaching Credential, K-12, Saint Mary’s College, Moraga, CA

CA Single Subject Teaching Credential, Art, Saint Mary’s College

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

Classes are $120.00 per month

two hours per week, 4 or 5 classes per mnth

How did you get started teaching?

I began teaching in the San Ramon Valley district in 1997, and then rented studio space and began teaching classes.

What types of students have you worked with?

beginner to advanced levels

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Look for a professional artist; someone with patience and experience in teaching.

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

Is the teacher a practicing artist

Does the instructor have teaching experience

What level student does the instructor work with

Services offered

Painting