Art Classes for All Ages in Natick, MA

T. HIGGINS STUDIO
thigginsart@gmail.com
(508) 652-0713

Studio: 18 Reynolds Ave. Natick

Drawing and Painting Realism
for students 9-18

In compliance with the CDC guidelines, I am now offering in person classes , socially distanced with masks.

(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.

2022-2023 Schedule:

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

Limited to 5 students.

Tuition: $290.00 (includes $20.00 materials fee)
- Early registration (by June 30th): Save $10.00
- Sibling discount: Save $15.00!

Session1: September 19-Nov.11
Session 2:November 14-January 20
Session 3:January 23-March 24
Session 4: March 27-May 26
Session 5: To be announced

Note: The start day of each session may be delayed due to school holidays or snow day. 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.

Questions? Email: thigginsart@gmail.com

Call: (508) 652-0713

Click here to download flyer with registration form fall_flyer_2022-2023.doc_updated_for_email.pdf

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

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

"Teresa's teaching reflects a belief in the process, not the product. Her classes have always been fun and enjoyable for the students, because stress is not placed on the final result of the work, but rather on the satisfaction of the child and the skills gained." - Karen Kuhl, Natick, MA

Congratulations on being the teacher of a 2018 YoungArts national competition winnerInboxx
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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

Adult Realistic Painting Workshop for Adults 2022

adult_flyer_2022.revised_jpeg.jpgThis is a painting workshop for beginners! Students will learn the fundamental techniques of painting realism while creating seascapes and or landscapes. We will explore how colors affect each other and how to control color temperature and value to create perspective, form and realism. A seascape painting demonstration and technical guidance will be provided.

Dates: Fridays April 29-May 27
Time: 9:30-12:00
Class Size: Limited to 5
Tuition: $290.00 (including all materials)

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College Portfolio (Paused) Development Workshop for Teens 2019-20

This class is designed for high school students who want to develop their drawing and painting skills and seek assistance in developing a robust portfolio for college applications. We will create drawings and paintings from life using a variety of media including graphite, charcoal, pastels and oils. Completed works will be prepared for digital file submission. All materials are included.

Wed. 7:00-8:30

Class Size: Limited to 5
Tuition: $290.00

Grades 9 - 12
All materials included