This course is designed for students who have a solid foundation in their painting practice and are eager to refine their skills through personalized feedback and structured studio sessions.

Course Structure
Each class will kick off with an engaging group critique, where participants can share insights and learn from one another's work. Following this collaborative discussion, students will have dedicated time to paint, allowing for hands-on exploration and creativity. Individual critiques will provide tailored feedback to help each artist advance their unique style and technique.

What to Bring
Participants are responsible for providing their own painting supplies. For the first class, please bring your painting kit (either oil or acrylic) along with examples of your recent work or pieces that are currently in progress. This will help facilitate meaningful discussions and critiques right from the start.
Join us for a dynamic and supportive environment where you can enhance your artistic journey and connect with fellow painters!

9/18-11/20 (10 sessions) 630-9:30 pm, Wednesdays

Tuition: $350 + $10 studio fee

CEUs: 3

522 Congress St. Room 402

Faculty:

Lynn Sisler is an interdisciplinary artist and educator. She received her MFA at Maine College of Art in 2021 and completed a BFA in painting with a minor in Art History from Northern Illinois University in 1991. Sisler received the prestigious Hildreth Family MFA Scholar Award, the Hale Residency at the Artist Association of Nantucket, and has shown work nationally. She is a long-time educator, and runs Menagerie Fine Art Studio, her indie-online shop, and is represented by Elizabeth Moss

Teaching Philosophy: Differentiation and constructivist learning are vital keys to my teaching philosophy. My commitments to art-making, education, and professional teaching experiences are the foundations of the unique perspective I bring to the instructor’s role. Just as I continue to learn and be inspired by the creative community, I also want to facilitate this for my students.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to a successful learning community, thus crafting course content that all students can access is critical. I develop approaches that invite and celebrate the participation of students with a broad range of interests and skill levels. The curriculum of a given class is designed to expand on students' educational and personal experiences within their current schema and studio practices by encouraging the exploration of other methods and points of view. Hands-on, personalized choice with assignments that reflect student interest increases engagement and meaningful content. I see myself serving as a guide through demos, discussions and informal, positive critiques, encouraging risk-taking with original ideas, and supporting critical thinking and artistic problem-solving. A safe place to grow and express is intentionally built for all students to feel included and supported in taking risks and thus potentially expanding their growth.