The one thing I have learned about creative arts expression is that it is best when it captures the movement. One thing, the best thing I learned early on, is that life, and life expression is art and that is dynamic. Consider art in motion, like a really good action shot whether it be in sports or editorial or journalistic photography or illustration. Its moving both physically AND emotionally. It moves. And it moves you. I consider t2ge work I do a process of expression in relationship with Creativity in general-the process is bigger than myself. It's not all about an end goal or product but often includes a product. I find that when produc...

My way is to show you the easy way to paint without the stress. I have years of experience teaching many people........I make it easy and get you started with an easy but good looking picture....one that is a bit simpler than than most teachers give...i then shoe you how to block in the picture and then fillin the dark shoes and middle tones and the lite hilites...it is fun when you have an experienced teacher.You need to gradually learn all the techniques slowly each picture.You wil then accumulate how to apply the paint and how to mix colors.You will start to understand how to do one on your own.My way is fun and easy.Everyone should come t...

I make it exciting and fun with no pressure .

Josie has an MFA from the San Francisco Art Institute. She currentley teaches at UC Extension and for 40 years has taught adult eduation, and community college. She has her owm mural & decorative painting business, Up Against The Wall- Murals a & Faux

Creativity and experimentation are key

The most unique aspect regarding what I do are the life casting & mold making components. I've been teaching life casting and mold making since 2009 in NYC SoHo, & in the Bay area since 2017. I teach drawing, painting, sculpture, collage & color theory as well and excel in guiding students towards finding their unique voice. It's exciting not only to share what I've learned with others, but being able to guide them into learning, growing, having fun and exploring in their own unique way is a complete joy!...