Lessons and Workshops

I offer private instruction for a limited number of students at my Ithaca NY studio. I specialize in egg tempera painting, but I can also give students a solid foundation in silverpoint drawing, gilding, calligraphy, icon painting, and manuscript illumination.

I started out as a K-8 art teacher, so I enjoy working with students of all ages. I work with each student to create an individualized ‘study plan’ that will build skills step by step in in a logical fashion.

One student might want to master foundational skills in calligraphy, brush lettering, illumination and gilding in order to create authentic medieval manuscripts. Another student might want my help in creating a college application portfolio that showcases classical drawing and painting skills. And yet another student might might study modern masters like Andrew Wyeth and Robert Vickery in order to develop their own contemporary realist painting style and working methods.

Whatever your age or artistic goals, my role as a teacher is to meet you where you are — and help you build the skills you need to achieve your artistic goals.

Lessons are $70 an hour, or $50 an hour for my regular students who sign up by the semester.

Please contact me if you are interested in scheduling a lesson or workshop. I look forward to working with you!