December 27, 2015

Holiday Greetings...

Merry Christmas,
Happy New Year,
and Wonderful Holiday Dreams...

For all of my friends, family, students and beyond, may you have all you wish for... now and always..
and when things are not quite going as planned... take out your paper, colored pencils, paints, and canvases... and take an artistic journey with me!!!

Some upcoming things:

January starts the next 30 day Challenge.   One Painting Every Day for 30 Days.
I will also be doing a 365 Thumbnail Sketch Journal.... this will be a training tool for myself and my students throughout the year.  I must practice what I teach, and teach and practice.

I must learn something new.  So I don't quite know what it's going to be... or how I am going to record this... but I will try and learn something new and document it on a regular basis.  Perhaps Every Two Weeks is a good Goal....

I will try and learn how to Video Present / Record / Teach some art lessons.  This is a valuable tool in building my Teaching Skills.

Re-Organizing my Office / Studio Space... this is an ongoing challenge for the "disorganized artist" that I am constantly battling.  It's a challenge against myself most of the time.  So I am doing my best to de-clutter, organize, purge, and make use of what I have.  I need TO NOT BUY NEW THINGS until I have organized, designated and figured out a use for all the things I already have.

I need to come up with some NEW COLLECTIONS of art.  I have a few that I've been working on, and need to refine and fine-tune...  I also need to rework some of my old canvases and art-pieces.  yes, this includes the great make-over of the "Mermaid's Treasure Trove"...  Since she was born and put into art (several seasons ago) I have learned a lot about Mixed Media Application, and have some new ideas on what I would love to do with her.  I've grown as an artist, and am ready to try and make some changes with her too.
I never understood why classical artists (as we view them now) would paint over and over the same canvases.  Besides the cost of materials, when one develops as an artist, one sees growth... and I've now become comfortable knowing that some of my early work is just that... learning pieces that I have since grown, learned from, and am comfortable knowing that I can do better... I have improved... and I'm ready to let go of the old and paint something new.  I am not afraid to try...

And now... I wish you a very Happy New Year... Creative Dreams and Inspirational Ideas for a Happy and Healthy 2016....

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Winter - Spring Art Club / Mondays 3:45 - 5:15

I was asked by my daughter if I would have another spring painting class...
After School Art Lessons.

So, Starting in January I will have After School Art Lessons at the Studio
I will conduct these in series of 8 lessons, and rotate the subject matter and materials.

The First Series starting on January 11th will be Based on Impressionists.
All Classes will be on Mondays (probably 2x per month)
*** NO CLASS ON APRIL 4TH - SPRING BREAK ***

The Class size will be kept SMALL and I will be able to transport up to 4 or 5 students to my studio(with signed permission)... I will also provide a snack and beverage for after school nourishment.

I will provide exact calendar & details / map and other info when I confirm you and your student.

INTENDED TO BE 3:45 TO 5:15

1 Class = $20
4 Classes = $75
8 Classes = $145



You can pay for each class, or for all at once through this link,
If you want this as a "Gift Certificate" before the end of the year.... let me know and I can put something together for you.

Reservations & Pay Here!

Sweet Seasonal Favorites

Upcoming themes and projects:


A Still Life with Apples and Pears

A Pumpkin Patch

Forever Roses

Sweet Sundaes


Whatever the Theme,
Whatever the occasion,
the colors and challenges of creating art are with us.

For Private Lessons, Group Lessons,

Workshops or a Series of Courses, Please contact Suzanne Directly.

Awesome Art in August

This week we close out our summer art camps with some bright primary colors.  Today's mixed media canvases.

Student artists were given Mixed Papers, Acrylic Paint and Canvas

They were given ideas and thoughts on how to think ABSTRACT... 

COLORS, MOVEMENTS, EMOTIONS.

For more details about classes, workshops and events for children and adults, please contact Suzanne Directly!

Awesome Art in August!

To Celebrate Awesome August... let's do some Art!!!!


Artful Adventures are Amazing!


Wednesdays...

Custom Art Classes...

Or a Week of Wonderful Fundamentals...



Check out the Updated Calendar by clicking on the Tabs at the top of the Page!


See you with Paint and Paintbrush soon!

Wonderful Summer Wednesday - Plein Air, July and August Class Dates and Locations!

Wonderful Wednesday -- Plein Air

On Location, outdoor painting workshops! 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.**

August 5, Canada Park, Rancho Palos Verdes

August 12, Abalone Cove / Shoreline Park - Rancho Palos Verdes

$45 per session

** Ending Time is 1:00, however, if time and situations lead us to stay longer, eat lunch, picnic, and just enjoy what we are doing, then we will stay, and enjoy!!!  It is SUMMER TIME FUN and we shall enjoy it!

"The Painted Horse", by Suzanne Gibson

Coming up with new art lessons that touch upon known artists, recognizable images, and interesting approaches is always a challenge.  To a classroom of 2nd graders the idea of drawing and painting is exciting.  Telling them that they will not be using pencils, erasers, or scratch paper is also a daunting idea.... but it really works.

First,  you get them over the fact that they are AMAZING ARTISTS IN TRAINING... THEY HAVE SKILLS AND EVERY BRUSH STROKE IS SPECIAL.

There are no mistakes... only opportunities to get creative and try something new.

This is ACRYLIC PAINT... we used very little water and the classroom teacher stated she was nervous about the kids using acrylic.  My mission is to help teachers and parents understand how to use the paint, the combination of paint and water, and learn how they work together.

If you would like to learn this project, or would like this brought into your child's school or classroom, boy scout or girl scout troop... this along with very many projects qualifies for the primary color, color wheel and painting experience portions of the curriculum.  

If your school is adapting to common core, my lessons can be aligned with your current subject matter.  Educational materials, pre-lesson instruction, follow-up lessons, and a variety of lessons plans can be developed to enhance the art learning process too!

For more lesson plans, new projects and classroom demonstrations... just contact me!

Suzanne's Studio!

Tuesday and Thursday Summer Art Camp... July through August

Tuesday and Thursday Summer Art Camps will be Twelve Lessons that build on drawing, composition, and basic art skills.  Painting and conceptual development will grow with each lesson.

Drawing, Composition, Fundamentals, Balance, Color, Shading and Textures: Supplies included.

Week One:  July 7 & 9   / Wild Art Adventures (Animals)

Week Two:  July 14 & 16  /  Under the Sea  (Sea Creatures)

Week Three:  July 21 & 23  /  MAPPLES - (Treasure Maps & Pirates)

Week Four:  July 28 & 30 / Under the Trees

Week Five:  August 11 & 13 / Up Above the World so High

Week Six: August 18 & 20 / Imagine That 

Choose from morning or afternoon

1/2 day 9:30 - 12:00 or 1:30 - 4:00 / $35 per student

or Full Day Programs*  9:30 - 4:00 / $75 per student

ALL TWELVE SESSIONS - HALF DAY OR FULL DAY AVAILABLE

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL CAMP PROGRAMS.

CLASSES are held at Suzanne's Studio, Near El Camino College, in the South Bay.

Map and Directions will be provided upon Registration, along with supply list and any other details that are specific to your course or camp.  Contact Suzanne Directly if you have further questions.

Spring into Summer!!!!

From Simple Art Lessons for Little Ones, to Complete Outdoor Painting Experiences,
This Summer Art Studio is going to be Alive.

We have a Full Packed Calendar and Plenty of Options.

Choose from a Single 1/2 Day Class or the "Sensational Summer Art Pass" and build your skills and confidence along the way.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	June 29 Mocha Morning		July 1	2	3	4
5	6	7 T&T Camp	8 Plein Air	9 T&T Camp	9	11
12	13 Mocha Morning	14 T&T Camp	15 Plein Air	16 T&T Camp	17	18
19	20	21 T&T Camp	22 Plein Air	23 T&T Camp	24	25
26	27 Mocha Morning	28 T&T Camp	29 Plein Air	30 T&T Camp	31	Aug 1
2	3	4	5 Plein Air	6	7	8
9	10 Mocha Morning	11 T&T Camp	12 Plein Air	13 T&T Camp	14	15
16	17	18 T&T Camp	19 Plein Air	20 T&T Camp	21	22
23	24 Mocha Morning	25	26	27	28	29
30	31	1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12

Check out the various options on the Right Side of the Page...

Spring Special:  Bonus Art Supply Kit for all Students who Register by the End of April!

Summer 2015 - Summer Camp Schedule

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	June 29 Mocha Morning		July 1	2	3	4
5	6	7 T&T Camp	8 Plein Air	9 T&T Camp	9	11
12	13 Mocha Morning	14 T&T Camp	15 Plein Air	16 T&T Camp	17	18
19	20	21 T&T Camp	22 Plein Air	23 T&T Camp	24	25
26	27 Mocha Morning	28 T&T Camp	29 Plein Air	30 T&T Camp	31	Aug 1
2	3	4	5 Plein Air	6	7	8
9	10 Mocha Morning	11 T&T Camp	12 Plein Air	13 T&T Camp	14	15
16	17	18 T&T Camp	19 Plein Air	20 T&T Camp	21	22
23	24 Mocha Morning	25	26	27	28	29
30	31	1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12

Summer 2015

Mondays: Mommy Mocha Mornings

Start off your week with a relaxed, open studio art class: providing a variety of art lessons.

Coffee, Juice and Light Snacks in the Kitchen Studio, Art & Activities in the Garden. 

June 29, July 13, 27, Aug 10, 17.

Mixed Mediums and Mosaics. *Supplies Included

Ideal for Kids and Parents of all levels.

Studio Opens 9:30 – 12:00.

$175 for 5 sessions

$35 for individual classes

Tuesdays & Thursdays Art Camp

July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23

July 28, 30, Aug  11, 13, 18, 20

Twelve Lessons: that will build on drawing, composition, and basic art skills. Painting and conceptual development will grow with each lesson.

Drawing and Composition

Fundamentals and Balance

Color, shading, textures

Choose from morning or afternoon

1/2 Day ---  9:30 - 12:00 / 1:30 - 4:00 $35

or Full Day programs* 9:30 - 4:00 $75

*Supplies Included

12 mornings or afternoons = $450 *Snack included.

12 full-day = $875  *full day will include a healthy lunch and snack 

Wonderful Wednesday -- Plein Air

On Location, outdoor painting workshops! 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.**

July 8, Redondo Beach - Heritage Court
July 15, Redondo Beach Pier / International Boardwalk 
July 22, Madrona Marsh - Torrance
July 29, South Coast Botanic Gardens*
August 5, Canada Park, Rancho Palos Verdes, 
August 12, Abalone Cove / Shoreline Park - Rancho Palos Verdes
August 19, Point Vicente Interpretive Center

$45 per session, or $300 for all seven sessions.

** Ending Time is 1:00, however, if time and situations lead us to stay longer, eat lunch, picnic, and just enjoy what we are doing, then we will stay, and enjoy!!!  It is SUMMER TIME FUN and we shall enjoy it!

*Botanic Gardens has an Entrance Fee / Membership Opportunity

Map to Location and Suggested Supply List Provided.