Ranked in the TOP 9 Art Instructors in Jacksonville 3 Years in a row!! by Expertise.com
Marisa Yow holds a MFA and BFA in Drawing and Painting as well as B.A. in Art History. She has been teaching for over 10 years in various settings, college, private, and public schools.
"Scored on 25 variables across five categories. Then hand-picked the list of the best painting & drawing teachers in Jacksonville.Criteria covers reputation, credibility, experience, availability and professionalism. "
Check out what they had to say:
"Marisa Yow welcomes students of all levels of skill and experience to join engaging and informative classes in drawing, oil, and acrylic painting. The Jacksonville-area contemporary American painter focuses on teaching participants the fundamentals and foundational principles of art. The talented visual artist holds an advanced art degree in painting and Art History, she has a passion for sharing her love of drawing and painting. She concentrates on teaching small group and private lessons to allow students individualized attention in a relaxed and non-intimidating learning environment. Class participants can expect to learn the necessary skills and techniques to accomplish individual artistic goals as either a hobbyist or aspiring artist. Marisa Yow conducts in-depth, hands-on sessions that help students learn to paint one-of-a-kind masterpieces."
www.expertise.com/fl/jacksonville/painting-and-drawing-classes
Marisa Yow holds a MFA and BFA in Drawing and Painting as well as B.A. in Art History. She has been teaching for over 10 years in various settings, college, private, and public schools.
"Scored on 25 variables across five categories. Then hand-picked the list of the best painting & drawing teachers in Jacksonville.Criteria covers reputation, credibility, experience, availability and professionalism. "
Check out what they had to say:
"Marisa Yow welcomes students of all levels of skill and experience to join engaging and informative classes in drawing, oil, and acrylic painting. The Jacksonville-area contemporary American painter focuses on teaching participants the fundamentals and foundational principles of art. The talented visual artist holds an advanced art degree in painting and Art History, she has a passion for sharing her love of drawing and painting. She concentrates on teaching small group and private lessons to allow students individualized attention in a relaxed and non-intimidating learning environment. Class participants can expect to learn the necessary skills and techniques to accomplish individual artistic goals as either a hobbyist or aspiring artist. Marisa Yow conducts in-depth, hands-on sessions that help students learn to paint one-of-a-kind masterpieces."
www.expertise.com/fl/jacksonville/painting-and-drawing-classes
The recent events of the COVID19 virus has changed the way I will be conducting classes. All my classes will be offered online. See Book Classes
Address: 6000A Sawgrass Village Circle suite #5 , Ponte Vedra FL 32082 ( studio opens onto Oakridge Golf Course )
Schedule: 6-week blocks Duration 2 hrs.
Price: $285 per session Drop In: $50
Cash or Check preferred. Card Transactions will include a small convenience fee.
Private Classes: Available by request, in various subject and class times to suit your schedule.
Make- Up Policy :
I want to make sure to show my appreciation for your patronage, life happens outside of class. Students are offered 1 day to makeup 1 missed class. The make day is an opportunity and not a guarantee. The date or dates of available makeup times vary per session. The makeup opportunity can not be carried over to other sessions and can not be offered as a credit.
Ponte Vedra Cultural Center Classes ( Classes for this can be purchased through the Cultural Center Only)
These classes are cancelled until further notice due to the COVID19 outbreak
A wonderful way to connect with other artists in a relaxed setting, while learning. These classes are larger 6-12 students max, a wonderful environment of other artists of varying levels. Please visit the Ponte Vedra Cultural Center Website for complete information on each class, sign ups and materials list.
www.ccpvb.org/arts-programs/adult-arts-programs
Tuesday: Acrylic or Oil Painting Intermediate/ Advanced 4:00 - 6:30pm
Welcome NEW and RETURNING Students! This class will build upon your skills while introducing you to new approaches to painting. In this class you are encouraged to take the lead in choosing what you want to work on. Choose to work from a photo reference Marisa brings in or bring in your own, still life set up is also encouraged. Marisa will work with each artist on his or her individual level to help them achieve their personal goals. Class includes demos and can be repeated multiple times.
Thursday: Beginning Patining Oil of Acrylic 1:00 - 3:00pm
This class in designed for either the Beginning Acrylic or Oil Painter. Learn in an easygoing environment with other beginners. Acrylic is an amazing forgiving painting medium; and Oil is a wonderful traditional medium that will amaze you as work with it. You will learn everything you need to feel confident in starting, how to handle your paint, mixing colors, seeing values, and how to start and finish your works. Class includes demos and can be taken multiple times.
Thursday Beginning/ Intermediate Drawing 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Drawing skills are the most important tools needed to pursue any artistic avenue, watercolor, oil or acrylic painting, sculpture or ceramics. Look forward to developing a new way to see and how to communicate what you perceive. We will learn about form, shape, line, value, composition and how to find proper proportion. This class is will be a wonderful addition to any artist, novice, or otherwise wanting to brush up on skills. Class includes demos and handouts.
www.ccpvb.org/arts-programs/adult-arts-programs
Tuesday: Acrylic or Oil Painting Intermediate/ Advanced 4:00 - 6:30pm
Welcome NEW and RETURNING Students! This class will build upon your skills while introducing you to new approaches to painting. In this class you are encouraged to take the lead in choosing what you want to work on. Choose to work from a photo reference Marisa brings in or bring in your own, still life set up is also encouraged. Marisa will work with each artist on his or her individual level to help them achieve their personal goals. Class includes demos and can be repeated multiple times.
Thursday: Beginning Patining Oil of Acrylic 1:00 - 3:00pm
This class in designed for either the Beginning Acrylic or Oil Painter. Learn in an easygoing environment with other beginners. Acrylic is an amazing forgiving painting medium; and Oil is a wonderful traditional medium that will amaze you as work with it. You will learn everything you need to feel confident in starting, how to handle your paint, mixing colors, seeing values, and how to start and finish your works. Class includes demos and can be taken multiple times.
Thursday Beginning/ Intermediate Drawing 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Drawing skills are the most important tools needed to pursue any artistic avenue, watercolor, oil or acrylic painting, sculpture or ceramics. Look forward to developing a new way to see and how to communicate what you perceive. We will learn about form, shape, line, value, composition and how to find proper proportion. This class is will be a wonderful addition to any artist, novice, or otherwise wanting to brush up on skills. Class includes demos and handouts.