In this drawing and painting class, students will learn to make still-life and nature artwork, understand the elements of art, and implement it in their artwork. Learn to paint still-life objects like vases, tea sets, etc. Also, learn about nature by painting and drawing plants, trees, fruits, and vegetables. Students will gain the confidence to create artworks close to nature by studying the light and shade effect. They will apply different tones to create artworks in shading and color. New and continuing students welcome! *This class is a part of our Certificate in Fine Arts Program and will give each student one point towards their CiFA certification.
About the Teaching Artist
SHIRA HOFMEKLER GREGORY is a recent transplant from NYC where she has worked as a professional actor and acting coach for over a decade. Gregory was a member of the Original Broadway Cast of FROST/NIXON starring Frank Langella and Michael Sheen, and appeared in the film Breaking Upwards by Daryl Wein; Zoe Lister-Jones (Mister Lister). Shira has been lucky enough to learn from the very best in the industry, and is inspired to lend her expertise to whomever might be curious (or serious) about acting. She is also a custom portrait artist by trade, rendering vivid and realistic portraits of families, homes, animals and children. Her personal artwork runs a lengthier gamut, exploring nature, the wild, the weird, and plumbing the Jungian jungle of her imagination. Regardless of foci, what remains consistent is making art that delves into the depths of raw emotion, and intimate moments. Shira works ambidextrously and her preferred mediums usually include graphite, charcoal, pen, watercolor, gouache, or her favorite, oil paint (however, gold foil, markers, and other mixed media have also often been employed). Shira aims to craft captivating visual experiences that transcend the limitations of intellect, inviting viewers to engage with her work on a more psychically tactile, and emotional level. She is passionate about and believes strongly in the healing power of the creative process.
