T. HIGGINS STUDIO
18 Reynolds Ave. Natick, MA 01760
[email protected]
(508) 652-0713

         
          Art Classes for:
              Children
                Teens
                Adults

      Drawing and Painting Realism 
​         for students grades 4-12
​                  2024-25



                        Grouped by grade
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(Eight week sessions from September through June)

Offering small, interactive classes in the relaxed setting of my own studio.  These classes are for children and teens ages 9-18  who love to draw, have demonstrated an interest in drawing realism, and want to develop their realistic drawing and painting skills. Classes are grouped generally by grade. While honing our observation skills, we will create  realistic still lifes, landscapes and portraits from models and photographs.  Through observation, students will learn to see objects with an artist's eyes and  use values, color, line, proportion and effective composition to create beautiful realistic drawings and paintings with a variety of media including pastels, water colors and acrylics.  While creating realistic images, students develop their problem solving skills and critical thinking.
​This class is an opportunity for teens to develop their portfolios.

2024-2025  Schedule:

Mondays 4:00-5:30 p.m., 
Tuesdays 4:00-5:30 
Wednesdays 4:00-5:30 p.m. 
Wednesday evening. 7:00-8:30 (teens)
Thursdays 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Fridays-4:00-5:30 p.m.

  • Tuition: $295.00 (includes $20.00 materials fee)   
    • Early registration (by June 30th): Save $10.00
    • Sibling discount: Save $15.00!


​Session1: October 1
Session 2:Nov. 26
Session 3: Feb. 4
Session 4: April 8


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Note: The start day of each session may be delayed  due  to school holidays or snow days.   Please check with me to confirm the start date of your class.
I sometimes offer classes on school holidays, so please check with me if you are unsure.
No classes:
​                 Columbus Day Oct. 14
                 Veterans Day November 11
                  Thanksgiving week Nov. 27-29
​                   Christmas  Break: Dec. 23- Jan. 1
                February school Vacation week Feb. 17-21
​                    April school vacation week April 21-25


Questions?  Email: [email protected]

   Call: (508) 652-0713
 
No refunds or credits for missed classes or last minute cancellations.  Each student is allowed one make-up class per session if and when empty seats are available.
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​The process of creating Art develops problem solving skills, lateral thinking, complex analysis and critical thinking skills. Art education increases creativity and open mindedness.  Creativity is cited by business leaders today as the top leadership competency for the future.

 








Recent Student Work 2022

Rose is oils by Emerson Grade 4
Cat in oils by Vivian Grade 8
Horse in colored pencils by Evan Gr. 7
Green shoe in watercolors by Addie Grade 10
​Lincoln portrait in pencil by Liam Grade 9
Dog in pencil  by Andrew Gr. 6
​Leaf in watercolor by June grade 4
Fall foliage watercolor by Addie grade 11
Click video above!

Parent Reviews:

  • "I was able to observe Ms. Higgins' art class first hand... Teresa is so experienced that she can anticipate the typical 'sticky point' in a lesson and guide students with warmth and good humor to achieve positive results. And it works! In fact, she finds ways to bring her students to levels of ability that they never imagined possible." - Elizabeth Wellington, Ph.D. Wellseley, MA

  • "She encourages her students to take risks artistically which assists them in becoming more independent thinkers" - Karen Stunkel, LMHC Natick, MA​


Lucy Branagan was a winner in the Young Arts national competition. See her
painting in the video above. She's wearing a brown and black stripe sweater!

Congratulations on being the teacher of a 2018 YoungArts national competition winnerInboxx
Allison Ball <[email protected]>11/29/17
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Congratulations on having your student named a 2018 YoungArts National Competition Winner!  (Please refer to the attached alphabetical list of all 2018 winners.)   As part of the YoungArts application, we ask students to list the name of the teacher who most impacted their development and learning as an artist.  You were listed as this teacher.  YoungArts wants to thank you for the support, encouragement and guidance provided which contributed to your student’s success and recognition in being selected from the pool of over 7,600 applications.   In appreciation, and to thank you, YoungArts would like to send you a printed Certificate of Appreciation and YoungArts tote bag.   To receive these, please provide me with your mailing address, either by reply email or by completing the information HEREhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3L6FKVY
 
Since 1980, the National YoungArts Foundation has been proud to partner with educators, after school, summer, and community arts programs to seek out, identify and recognize emerging outstanding young artistic talent.   YoungArts looks forward to having more of your students apply in future years, and hopes that we may have the opportunity to thank you in person at a future YoungArts event in either Miami, New York City or Los Angeles.
 
I look forward to hearing from you.  Thank you.
 
 
With all best regards,
 
Allison
 
Allison Ball
Director of Education
 
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    Adult Realistic Drawing and               Painting Workshop 
         
​           8 week program
              2025-26

                 
              

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Time: 10:00-11:30

Place: My studio 18 Reynolds Ave. 3rd floor

Class Size:  Limited to 5

​Tuition: $295.00  (8 classes) All materials included.



Join our fun group of artists who are improving their
drawing and painting skills while enjoying the camaraderie of creating great works of art together. Your art lessons will be individualized to challenge your level of ability as you learn to create better still lifes, landscapes or portraits.  You will learn methods for  seeing  and correcting shapes, values , edges and  proportions. You will learn color theory for mixing colors as seen in nature.
Students may work from life or photo images - whatever is of interest to build your level of skill and confidence.


​Days:  Tuesdays or Fridays

Session 3:  Tuesday February 11-April 11 
                  (No class February 18 or 21)

                   Friday: Feb 14-April 11

Session 4: April 15-June 13 (No class April 22 or 25)

                                    


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Email: [email protected] to reserve your seat.

Gift Certificates are available. Please contact for details.

  

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