About
My name is Alison and I teach for ETB Music and Fine Arts at the beautiful Madcap Education Center in the historic Westwood business district. It’s a great location near several restaurants and the large art classroom is a very inspiring space with big windows and great lighting.
From young children to teens and adults, I help students of all ages gain confidence in their artistic abilities! I offer classes in a variety variety of media. We teach drawing in charcoal, graphite, color pencil, pastel, as well as painting in oils, acrylics, watercolor, and gouache. I also offer sculpture classes. We teach abstraction, realism and impressionism. Students have the opportunity to learn about the unique properties of each material.
One of the things that gives me great joy in life is to see my students accomplish their goals and dreams! It is an honor to walk with them as they grow and learn and to show them what they're capable of doing with a little help and coaching. Helping students hone their skills and develop their talents is so rewarding!
-♥️ Alison Shepard-Hildebrandt
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to see what a student's dreams and desires are, what their goals are, what they want to learn, and then tailor their projects and assignments around their goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting
Master of Fine arArts in Printmaking
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Two hour group courses are $40 per session for adults. Private lessons for a half hour are $30.
How did you get started teaching?
I was a professor for over 10 years, and in 2014 left my job to pursue art full-time. I currently offer classes every week and my private Studio. This is a unique opportunity for students to learn in a small classroom setting while also seeing the work that I do and my studio everyday.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with students of all ages. I enjoy working with teens, adults and retirees. It's been my experience that they are very hungry to learn!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
There are many things to consider when choosing a teacher. I would say the primary concern for the student would be to make sure that the teacher is sensitive to their own unique goals as a budding artist.