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art lessons "I like to turn people on to art and bring art into their lives. I find satisfaction in sharing my knowledge with others, so teaching comes naturally to me. I believe that everyone has a part of them that is creative, but in order to express that you need to develop your skills. Initially when you get into painting, the driving force is the excitement and joy of it. I then find that teaching in a natural way is the best thing, just learning the basics. Later, when you'll want to push and develop yourself and get more into the depth of things, then my teaching will be more technically specific and tuned to what level you're at." Reiner graduated from Designskolen Kolding in Denmark with a degree in Design & Illustration. She exhibits regularly in the Bay Area and across the country. Her work is collected in Europe and the US. She has taught Classical Painting and Drawing privately for the last 5 years since living in San Francisco. My online gallery is here at : www.reiner-art.com Please click here for : Contact, Map, Fees, FAQ, Testimonials |
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group class: bringing art into your life Maybe you used to draw or paint as a kid but then gave it up. Or perhaps you'd like to do something artistic, and need the encouragement to do it. This class is meant for everybody who would like to get away from their normal busy life and devote 4 Sundays to being creative in an artistic environment and get absorbed in the joys of oil painting. In the course of the four lessons you have completed your own oil painting! The class is an introduction to oil painting, with an emphasis on making the student feel good about jumping into their art and letting go of any negative barriers. You will enjoy the experience while at the same time learn the basics about materials and techniques. I limit the groups to 5 students, ensuring lots of individual attention. No drawing skills needed, just bring a desire to paint! Topics covered: Composition, fast value painting (under-painting), hands-on demonstrations, light and shadow, basic color theory and mixing layers of color, blending techniques, using the tools and materials, studio tips and much more.Fee: $580 for 4 lessons. Length of lesson is 4 hours. All materials are provided and included in the price, you don't have to bring anything, just yourself! There’s no setting up or cleaning up time, the whole lesson is devoted to learning. Refreshments will be served during the session. When: 4 consecutive Sundays starting the first Sunday of each month. The class is normally offered each month, please contact me to reserve your place. |
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private lessons: classical painting You will be working from a still life, which is a fine way to learn new techniques. I'll guide you in the methods of classical painting, while inspiring you to grow and improve. A minimum of 6 lessons will provide you with a basic knowledge of how to build up a painting, so you can use the techniques in your own work. Some students take lessons over a long period and go deeper into the work. The one-on-one situation is a very intensive learning approach and will enable you to learn much faster than in a class situation. The hands-on lessons are important for learning about paint quality, and the physical side of painting as opposed to the theoretical side. It's recommended to take notes along the way. If you want to, you can show me some of your previous work, but it's not necessary. It's important to have developed your drawing skills to paint in a realistic manner. It's recommended to take a few drawing lessons with me if you haven't drawn much previously. Topics covered: Initial sketch, transfer of drawing, monochromatic under-painting, layers of color, color mixing/theory, glazes, using the tools and materials, mediums, hands-on demonstrations, studio tips and much more. Fee: $120 for each 90 min. lesson. A min. of 6 lessons is needed to cover all the steps in this technique. A discount of 10% is offered if you pay for 6 lessons at one time; $648. All materials are provided and included in the price, you don't have to bring anything. None of the lesson time will be used for setting up or cleaning up, the whole lesson is devoted to learning. When: Private lessons are taught on Mondays and Tuesdays, please contact me for availability. 8 - 9.30am | 10 - 11.30am | 12 - 1.30pm | 2 - 3.30pm | 4 - 5.30pm | 6 - 7.30pm | 8 - 9.30pm |
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private lessons: to address individual needs Lessons will be suited to your interests and individual needs. We'll focus on specific problems you might have in your work and find solutions. Issues can include: composition, perspective, palette, materials, technical and more. We can work with a painting you have already started at home, or you might want to paint from a photograph or do a self portrait. The one-on-one situation is a very intensive learning approach and will enable you to learn much faster than in a class situation. It's recommended to take notes along the way. Fee: $120 for each lesson of 90 min. A discount of 10% is offered if you pay for 6 lessons at one time; $648. When: Private lessons are taught on Mondays and Tuesdays, please contact me for availability: 8 - 9.30am | 10 - 11.30am | 12 - 1.30pm | 2 - 3.30pm | 4 - 5.30pm | 6 - 7.30pm | 8 - 9.30pm |
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private lessons: learning to see - drawing the natural way [beginner to advanced] I put great emphasis on learning good drawing skills before doing anything else in art. Whether you want to pursue realism or abstract painting, do sculpture or design, drawing is the language you will need in order to express yourself visually. Learning to draw from a still life will provide you with all the challenges of basic shape, form, light/shade and textures. It will also help you with your hand-eye connection and the sensitivity of muscular control. I will design the lessons to your level and needs. If you are a beginner I will make sure we start with smaller exercises before going more in depth. Drawing is fun! Topics covered: Intermediate and Advanced: Warming up, observation and measuring methods, outline and negative space. Drafting methods, cross hatching, markings, quality of lines, controlling value steps, tonal studies, focal points, planes of the 3-dimensional object, projected and reflected light. Fee: $120 for each 90 min. lesson. Payment is one lesson in advance. A discount of 10% is offered if you pay for 6 lessons at one time; $648. All materials are provided and included in the price, you don't have to bring anything. None of the lesson time will be used for setting up as the whole lesson is devoted to learning. When: Private lessons are taught on Mondays and Tuesdays: please contact me for availability: 8 - 9.30am | 10 - 11.30am | 12 - 1.30pm | 2 - 3.30pm | 4 - 5.30pm | 6 - 7.30pm | 8 - 9.30pm |
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consultations [intermediate, and advanced] Individual consulting for accomplished artists who would like feedback on their work or deeper knowledge about materials. The lesson(s) will be mostly theoretical with occasional hands-on demonstrations. Problem solving, questions about techniques, and advanced materials questions will be addressed on an individual need. Fee: $150 for a 90 minute session. When: Private consultations are given on Mondays and Tuesdays: please contact me for availability: 8 - 9.30am | 10 - 11.30am | 12 - 1.30pm | 2 - 3.30pm | 4 - 5.30pm | 6 - 7.30pm | 8 - 9.30pm |
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testimonials Although I had prior drawing skills and knowledge, my lessons with Reiner began with a very limited history of accumulated painting skills and techniques. Through private lessons, however, my skills and abilities at rendering oil paintings in a classical format have greatly increased and improved. I feel that I have learned a comfort with oil painting and technique, from underpainting to final detail, through private instruction that I personally could not obtain through classroom instruction alone. Louis Cubba __________________________________________________ I began with taking drawing and painting classes with Reiner about two years age. I hold a Master of Art in Painting from NYU and a CA art education credential. My own art work was not as precise and structured as I would like it to be. The classes at Reiner's studio provided intense focus on improving my accuracy skills, and working with the delightful old master's techniques of oil paint glazes. I saw a huge improvement in my work. I find my drawings and paintings to be visually more believable. I am pleased with the results. I continue to schedule learning time with Reiner, to keep up skill building exercises. I recommend any serious artist or student of art to take the advantage of experiencing the benefits of studying with Reiner. Most Sincerely, Linda Rosenblum _________________________________________________ It is a genuine pleasure and honor for me to recommend Reiner and her oil painting classes. Reiner has instructed me in oil painting for several months now, and I can state unequivocally, that each class has proven rewarding. Reiner is a talented artist and patient instructor - a combination which has left my knowledge enriched and in awe of her skill. Each class is focused on the student abilities and real techniques are acquired at the end of the lesson. In closing, let me say that I have no hesitation in recommending Reiner and the oil painting classes. I feel confident you and art will develop significantly from her instruction. Sincerely, Dan Montagne |
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contact, map, and fees. contact: Please contact me for dates and availability. Reiner by email : reiner@reiner-art.com by phone : 415.203.8782 map: How to find the studio: lessons are given in my light and spacious studio in an old Victorian house in the heart of San Francisco. There's usually space for one car in our driveway, otherwise street parking in the area. Click the map for details: fees: Payment can be done by check or cash at the first lesson or sent by mail in advance. |
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