Jody Ball Art

I give each student as much instruction as necessary and teach by demonstrating each technique or idea. I usually do each project with the student. We start with basic foundations, building additional skills with each lesson. There is so much to think about and good art takes much practice and patience!

I am mainly self-taught but took art classes from a prominent local artist in my hometown as a child. I remember those lessons and loved it! I was always active in the area of art but it wasn't until after my children grew up that I began taking classes at a local art center. I entered shows, won awards, and sold my paintings. I have enriched my own life in art by taking occasional workshops and classes with local and national artists. I began to teach students almost 20 years ago at a homeschool co-op and developed many art classes. I was also able to teach for years in my studio in Ohio. I now live in Deltaville, VA, and have a wonderful studio where I can teach and work!

I charge $35 per hour. Lessons are for one hour and I can be flexible with your schedule. My method is to build your drawing skills step-by-step and I recommend at least 8 weeks to create a good drawing foundation. This time frame is also flexible!

My daughter who home-schooled her children attended a home-school co-op that needed an art teacher. She called me one day and said "Mom, I think you can do this!" I thought about it, prayed about it, and thought, "Yes, I think I can!" I enjoyed preparing for classes and learned so much from teaching. It helped me just as much as it has helped my students. I also taught different types of art classes in my Ohio studio. I met hundreds of wonderful people during those years.

I have taught all ages, kids, students, moms, dads, and senior citizens, and I enjoyed them all. I believe at about the age of ten, children can begin to understand the techniques I teach, Therefore, I like to accept students from the age of 10 to adults. I can also accommodate up to four students if you want to come with a friend or family member!

I recently won a first-place blue ribbon at the RAL {Rapahanock Art League) Art Center in the Wild Things exhibit for my painting "Old and Gnarly"! I also sold that painting. I am very blessed to have received many awards throughout my art career.

Find a teacher with passion for art and people. Also, find someone who wants to show you their work and talk about their art experiences.