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Hi! My name is Moriah, and I'm an artist here in Dallas. I've had about 15 years of intensive art training, including at the university level, and I graduated at the top of my class from the prestigious Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. I've been featured in numerous galleries and both print and online publications, and won awards for my work at Maryland Institute College of Art.
However, none of that is what makes me stand out as an art teacher. I'm not only an artist, but I also have extensive experience working with children. In the past 7 years, I've worked as a summer camp counselor, babysitter, and both part-time and full-time nanny. I've cared for kids ages 0-14, using Montessori methods. I bring this experience and approach to private art lessons, and encourage my students to express themselves and grow while learning specific art skills. I love to grow my students' confidence and self-esteem as well as their skills! Art is a powerful medium for both.
I've taken every top art class and portfolio class in Dallas since I was a child, and I believe that even the most expensive class with the most prestige can't compete with the one-on-one attention that private lessons offer. I'm pleased to be able to provide that option to everyone, even if the "investment" studio classes are out of your price range.
I offer both art tutoring and private lessons for students ages 3 through adult, and private art classes with up to 10 students per class. Upon request, I also offer portfolio classes to prepare your student to apply to Booker T. Washington HSPVA or an art school at the university level. I create my own curriculum, tailored to your priorities and interests, and can work with you when it comes to scheduling.
Please reach out with any questions!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Please reach out through email at [email protected] for all pricing and scheduling questions. We can set up a phone call to discuss what your goals are for art lessons, and go from there!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've had about 15 years of intensive art training, including at the university level. I graduated at the top of my class from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. I've been featured in numerous galleries and both print and online publications, and won awards for my work at Maryland Institute College of Art. I've also taken just about every art class in Dallas, and I've based my approach on what I would have liked to change in my own experience.
What types of students have you worked with?
I've worked with a wide variety of art students, from adults with no experience, trying art as a hobby, to college students studying art, to kids ages 4-12 having fun making art during the summer! I've also worked with a range of mediums, styles, and types of art!
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Don't be afraid to ask lots of questions! Private lessons are closer to a partnership than a student-teacher relationship; we're going to be working together closely to achieve your art goals, so it's important that you feel comfortable with me or whoever you work with.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Be prepared to explain your experience with art, your goals and expectations, and of course your schedule! It's also helpful if you can explain to me what's worked for you in past art classes, and what didn't.