I enjoy finding out about the student’s interests in the subject, so that we can tailor the lessons to what the student really wants to learn. I like responding to their needs and desires, and will “coach” them to learn and improve in the areas that they aspire towards. Teaching helps balance an artist’s life. It creates a built-in social network, which creates structure, and also inspires creativity and passion, as well as adding discipline to whatever subject being taught....

Kris Hawkins is an EMMY-winning music producer, composer, studio guitarist, and award-winning educator living in Los Angeles. Kris began his professional career as a guitarist more than two decades ago in Florida, eventually making the move to Los Angeles in the early 2000s. Upon arrival, Kris immediately became an in-demand session musician for the likes of Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, Dr. Dre, Dr. Luke, Cathy Dennis, and many more. After his successful tenure as a session musician, Kris shifted his focus to the production side of music, finding, developing, and pitching songs and artists for labels such as Sony, Universal

Having played for nearly 30 years, I really enjoy sharing what I've learned with others! I'm particularly good at helping beginners get started and build momentum with developing your chops. Sometimes I'm pretty blown away by how quick some of my students start picking it up once they've had time to learn some of the fundamentals of playing guitar. I've never taught anyone to sing and play simultaneously but would love the opportunity to teach it and see what kind of results a student gets. I taught one student as a beginner and then years later we crossed paths again.. she had stuck with it! Not only that, she had travelled international...

Hello! My name is Jasmine but you can call me Jabby! I have been writing music since I was 11. Music is very therapeutic for me and the recipe i overly use is love when I write. I enjoy all music however country, hip hop and gospel is my specialty.

I have 30+ years in the field,as a children's illustrator as well as being a registered copyist at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. I paint in oil and create portraits, do live event painting and enjoy creating pen and ink and renderings of architecture as well. I am flexible, patient and will work with any level to help clients gain confidence and grow in their ability as an artist. I am also a swim instructor with 11 years of experience with all levels, from beginning children, or adults, to those training for open water swims. I am patient and strive to help each swimmer reach their goal, whether it is losing the fear of wate...