Learn with Jane

Jane teaches all levels and most styles of art - and her students love to learn from her! Here is a list of upcoming learning opportunities along with an option to schedule your own 1-on-1 session. You'll also find example student art, testimonials, and a form to send Jane your questions.

LIVE - ONLINE
Rug Hook Like Deanne Fitzpatrick

3 sessions offered
March 28, 2025 (5:00pm - 6:30pm CT)
March 30, 2025 (11:00am - 12:30pm CT)
April 2, 2025 (3:00pm - 4:30pm CT)

This 90-minute virtual workshop, has me solving the mystery for you of how Deanne Fitzpatrick hooks rugs.

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LIVE - IN PERSON (Niles, IL)
Watercolor Wonders: In Watercolor, Where Do You Begin?

February 4, 2025 (2 - 3:30pm)
Niles-Maine Public Library

Learn how to plan your painting process. This is essential for watercolor success. I’ll demonstrate the process and will answer the frequently asked question: "Where do I start the painting? In the sky? The foreground? In the middle?" The process will help you complete your paintings. (Yes! You can do this!) This is especially fun if you attend with a friend.

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LIVE - ONLINE
PRIVATE LESSON

You confirm the time and duration that suits you! All levels of watercolor painting, most styles, and most subject matters can be taught.

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Example Student Art

Painting using pen and ink in addition to traditional watercolor. This student had no watercolor experience before starting lessons with Jane.

Painting by a student who used Andrew Wyeth’s “Christina’s World” as inspiration. But he decided to not include Christina. This student had no watercolor or art experience before taking lessons with Jane.

Painting by one of Jane’s students from one of Jane’s photos from Siena, Italy. The student had prior art experience, but was not a watercolorist.

An exploration of an evening seaside scene by a student.

An exploration of sunset colors by a student.

A study of trees by a student.

A study of a tree by a student.

An exploration of movement by a student.

A study of lemons and pears by a student.

FROM LIVE - IN PERSON SESSIONS

Student Testimonials

Awesome!! I enjoyed the pace. Jane is very friendly and inspiring. Extremely good teacher and explores the students’ needs and expectations to ensure you get a lot from the lesson. I would highly recommend!!

Margaret

Jane was very knowledgeable and kind. I learned a lot and enjoyed her pleasant and positive instruction style. I am looking forward to many more watercolor painting lessons with her!

Annaka

Jane is a superb instructor who explains the theory and practice of watercolor painting with great clarity and insight. Her online demonstrations and guidance to help the student master these techniques are excellent.

Rob

This was my first lesson with this website. I really enjoyed Jane's laidback style and friendly going personality. She was easy to connect with and talk to. Extremely helpful. I like how she focused on exactly what I was asking for help with and didn't waste my time with unnecessary help.

Vanessa

Jane helped me through some self-doubting/negative thinking places. She was sensitive to where I am and acknowledged that. Then we moved on to paint more from there, continuing to learn and grow. I am rejuvenated! Thank you, Jane.

Gloria

Good coverage of topics that expanded my abilities and Jane provided valuable feedback on work already completed.

Jeffrey

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