About
Annie's been an artist all her life, working as a reproduction artist in California, having a mural and wall finishing business along with a painted clothing line. She started teaching in 2008 at Michaels and ran Paint nite Cincinnati for 5 years. Currently she is independently teaching those of any age and holding events for adults in acrylic painting. Her fun personality makes her events extra special. Annie teaches a solid foundation in paintingand helps those learn about good design and color balance. Her education at the Art Acadamy helped her natural abilities improve technique and design.
Annie is a people person and loves helping others improve their artistic skills. Any kind of creative outlet is right up her alley. She even takes improv classed to keep her mind sharp and her comedic side fresh for her larger groups. She loves teaching and bringing people together.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Starting with a detailed mixing class is the key to success. Learning about brushes, how to use them and how paints work is a great way to start a lifetime of success in painting.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Annie started painting as a young child. Her first "keeper" painting was done in watercolor at the age of 11. Annie attended the Art Acadamy and has a lifetime of painting experience.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Prices vary depending on how many students, if she has to travel and so on. Typically in a group setting of 5 or more it's 20.00 per student for 2 hours. Private lessons are 40.00 hourly plus travel time. Come to Annie to save that extra expence. She's a phone call away for more details.
How did you get started teaching?
Annie moved to Indiana and needed a creative outlet and saw where Graumbacher was looking for painting instructors. They sponsored her and sent her to Michaels to teach. It all went crazy after that. She soon found Paint Nite and was able to teach literally thousands of, mostly women, to paint a painting in 2 hours.
What types of students have you worked with?
Annie has mostly worked with adults but taught mostly kids at Michaels. She also taught adults at Adam's Art and supply for two years.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Recently she taught a group of 9, of all ages, how to paint on a canvas bag. It was an intimate setting and she was able to give everyone plenty of one on one time.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Don't be afraid, that blank canvas can be very intimidating. It's only paint!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What the area of expertice is, Annie is not much of a portrait artist. Although she is able to do it, it's not her area of expertise.