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Stephen

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1^st lesson free

Drawing
Painting
Art And Design

I am a retired high school art teacher of 28 years , that specializes in drawing and painting skills. I have worked in various settings and schools over the years.

Drawing
Painting
Art And Design

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- At Stephen's house: Trinidad

About Stephen

Stephen grew up in Lindsborg, Kansas, and spent his time observing the many things around him that a small town could offer. He grew up going to high school and college in Lindsborg at Bethany College, graduating in 1978 with a B.A. in art. During his late high school and early college years, he spent time developing his style, studying all of the various artists throughout history. He often went and visited the late Lester Raymer, a well-known artist who died in 1991. He remembers the times that people would often come to visit Lester, and he would pull the curtains shut because he would rather not talk with the public. Stephen spent the last 28 years teaching high school art in Colorado Springs and in New Mexico. He retired in 2017 and then decided that now was a good time to devote to his art and to pursue it more seriously. Over the last several years, he has packed up his French easel and headed for the nearby canyons and mountains to paint. There are so many different scenes and places that one could paint here. With the changing of the seasons, there are new and different palettes to use and inspirations to find. Prior to painting landscapes, Stephen painted many classical-themed still life paintings. He is still fascinated by how light plays across different surfaces. Copper kettles or an Oriental vase can be found in many of his still-life arrangements. A Grecian pillar may be juxtaposed next to a strand of ivy or an old wine bottle. While countless artists have painted still lifes, he believes that each set-up can be original and new, and he strives to oftentimes capture the classical approach that many in the past were fascinated with. Stephen also has painted several religious and spiritual pieces and finds enjoyment expressing his faith in this way. He now lives in Trinidad, CO, with his wife, who is also an artist, visiting various places of interest and beauty. He has focused primarily on many of the historical buildings and places of interest here, as well as creating other imaginary scenes based upon unusual architectural themes.

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I can help you achieve a thorough knowledge of some of the history of art, as well as guiding you, and helping you focus on developing artistic skills, while also enjoying your time doing it.

I can set-up still life objects, or you can decide what particular subject matter you are interested in. These classes can help you as a young adult in school, or to guide you further towards your abilities as an adult as well.

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10h: $250

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This first lesson offered with Stephen will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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I am a retired high school art teacher of 28 years , that specializes in drawing and painting skills. I have worked in various settings and schools over the years.

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About Stephen

About the lesson

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Pack rates

free lessons

Other tutors in Drawing

Alex

Mariana

AnneMarie

Anastasia

Wiktoria

Claudia

David

Carl

Stephanie

Catherine

Roxanne

Diana

Cemil

Sara

Tarrell

Breon

Sergio

David

Michael

Emerald

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