{"id":4359,"date":"2021-12-21T05:27:33","date_gmt":"2021-12-21T05:27:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/?page_id=4359"},"modified":"2023-12-31T04:17:10","modified_gmt":"2023-12-31T04:17:10","slug":"classes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/classes\/","title":{"rendered":"Classes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Learn how to draw, paint and practice a variety of artistic skills with private art instruction or online art classes on my separate lessons site ArtLookLearn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn artistic skills at your own pace using my step by step tutorial lessons or private classes that are individually tailored to your own learning needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/artlooklearn.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online Art Classes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#privateclasses\">Private Art Classes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4.jpg\" alt=\"Pencil drawing and watercolor painting of mountain landscape with drawing pencils paint brushes and paint set.\" data-skip-lazy class=\"wp-image-5404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/drawamountainlandscape4-180x180.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online Classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/artlooklearn.com\">Art Look Learn<\/a>  to practice basic drawing skills and branch out to other mediums and more advanced methods. Here you can learn at your own pace and have fun at the same time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to draw, paint and practice a variety of artistic skills with simple instructional videos. Follow easy, step-by-step tutorials to learn basic drawing, painting and other creative techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please <a href=\"emailto:sam@smarroquin.com\">contact me<\/a> if you have any questions about the classes or any of the techniques or materials presented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"privateclasses\">Private Art Classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/artstudio-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"large art studio with desk, work tables, storage cabinets and sliding glass door\" class=\"wp-image-4751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/artstudio-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/artstudio-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/artstudio-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smarroquin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/artstudio.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Private lessons are also available online or in person. Please <a href=\"mailto: sam@smarroquin.com\">contact me<\/a> to schedule or learn more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the art skills and materials that you want to learn at your own pace. Investigate your choice of painting, drawing or mixed media. Individual classes are perfect for adults and kids of all ages. In-person classes are taught in my studio in Vancouver Washington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am well versed in teaching watercolor, acrylic, oil paint, pencil, charcoal and much more. Styles range from classic to contemporary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private art classes are $75 per hour of instruction or get a bundle of four 60-minute classes for $275.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creative-approach\">Creative Approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of creating is much more important than the finished art project. There are no right or wrong answers in art, it is about personal expression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I encourage my students to experiment with different materials and techniques. By listening to and closely observing where each student is at, everybody receives individualized attention. Everyone is welcome and valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-art\">Why Art?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Art is a necessary part of education for people of all ages and these art classes help provide this vital learning. Studies have shown that people who participate in arts have improved math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creative problem solving skills are also greatly enhanced for those who regularly practice some form of art. Believe it or not, learning visual arts can also improve motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We might not all be talented sculptors or top-notch photographers but creating and participating in art will make everyone happier, healthier, more creative and well rounded. Most importantly, art enriches and enlightens our lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enough-art\">Are You Getting Enough Art?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sadly, most adults don\u2019t get enough art in their life. Art is a critical part of being human. Increasing the amount of art that you participate in can help reduce the depression and anxiety and therefor reducing symptomatic diseases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, art has been cut from the curriculum of many schools and educational programs, so kids may not be getting enough art either. Schools that do offer art are usually not able to offer it to all students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The elementary schools in my area only offer art only once a month.  In addition, it is taught by a parent volunteer, which many classes simply don\u2019t have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enrolling in <a href=\"mailto:sam@smarroquin.com\">private art classes<\/a> or exploring <a href=\"http:\/\/artlooklearn.com\">online art lessons<\/a> is a great way to enrich your life and experience the creativity that is truly necessary. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to draw, paint and practice a variety of artistic skills with private art instruction or online art classes on my separate lessons site ArtLookLearn. Learn artistic skills at your own pace using my step by step tutorial lessons or private classes that are individually tailored to your own learning needs. 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