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.
Spring 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, March 5 – April 9
Cost: $90 for 6 classes, art supplies included
Session 2
When: Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, March 6 – April 10
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, March 5 – April 9
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
“My daughter highly recommends art class with Ms. Jessica! She loves learning tips on how to paint better. Not only does my daughter enjoy being creative with different mediums in class, she especially appreciates the relationship she has built with Ms. Jessica. My daughter is proud of how much her skills have improved from her first class until now.” -Bree
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!
