All classes are in Dyer, IN.  For more information, please email me at jsmit920@hotmail.com

I also do private art lessons if these days and times do not work with your schedule.

 

Winter Classes- 2025

 

LET’S DRAW! (Recommended ages 6 to 12 years)

Students will exercise their observation skills by learning the sight-size method of drawing as they draw from pictures and still life. Emphasis will be on correct proportion and modeling form. Students will progress through pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, pastel, acrylic, and watercolor techniques at their own pace. All materials provided.  min 2 / max 5

Session 1

When: Wednesdays, 4:00 to 5:00 pm, January 8 – February 12

Cost: $90 for 6 classes, art supplies included 

 

Session 2

When: Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, January 9 – February 13

Cost: $90 for 6 classes, art supplies included 

 

DRAWING & PAINTING (Recommended ages 12 and up)

Students learn to “see” through a classical foundation of drawing. Using both a “sight size” and “comparative” approach, I will coach each student through a series of drawings Students will progress through charcoal, pastel, pen and ink, watercolor, and acrylic paint techniques at their own pace.  All materials provided.  min 2 / max 5

 

When: Wednesdays, 5:15 to 6:15 pm, January 8 – February 12    

Cost: $90 for 6 classes, art supplies included

 

“Jessica has helped my daughter, Ella, grow as an artist through the many art classes she has taken with Jessica over the last 7 years.  Jessica has taught her the proper techniques for shading, sketching, and painting.  She has enjoyed using a variety of materials, like charcoal, watercolors, and pastels, to create her artwork.  Ella has had a positive, wonderful experience taking art lessons from Jessica!”  -Lisa

 

Kids Painting Parties

 

Painting Party Workshops are a fun way for a group to enjoy painting together!  I can accommodate all levels of experience, from students who have never painted before to others who are more experienced.  We can paint all kinds of different subject matter.  At this painting party, we painted a peacock.  Everyone did a great job, and we had a wonderful time! 

Here’s how it works: You find the location.  It could be your house, church, or community center.  You bring the food and drinks.  I’ll bring the art supplies, and we’ll each paint a painting together step by step!

If you want to learn more about hosting a Painting Party, contact Jessica Smit Mattingly at  jsmit920@hotmail.com  for more information!