Art classes at Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club are becoming increasingly popular.
Whether you’re into pencil drawing or painting, art teacher Chris Scott teaches all levels, especially beginners.
He tries to bring a broad exposure to every class, including everything from art history to perspective and colour theory, all in easy-to-understand terms.
“Teaching is fun, non-confrontational, and unparalleled in Geelong,” he says.
“People who attend the classes find the time goes far too quickly.”
Lyn Nurnaitis and Philip Locke love attending the classes.
“The lessons provide new visual experiences and focus my attention away from my daily worries,” Lyn says.
“I really enjoys the social aspects, the extra opportunity to create while listening to Chris’s classical background music is great,” Philip, a long-time experienced artist, says.
Chris believes if you are someone who dreams of becoming an artist but keeps putting it off until you have more time, then his classes could be the kick you need.
In painting Chris covers all the fundamentals including tone, colour, perspective and more. His beginners’ acrylics lessons involve several in-class assignments made up of carefully structured and practical painting projects.
“I find painting very relaxing and enjoyable, and Chris is very helpful as we laugh, learn new things, and are motivated in a safe place,” painting student Grace says.
“With his personal tuition and feedback, I have learnt more about setup, materials, colour mixing, and brush-handling techniques.”
Julia says that she “really enjoys” the classes because she has never painted in acrylics before and feels the class has boosted her self-esteem and confidence.
Chris has been teaching drawing and painting for beginners for eight years and holds a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) from Deakin University as well as many art diplomas. As part of Chris’s degree, he went to France on an art history study tour.
The classes are at Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, 101 The Terrace, from 9.30 to 11.30am every Wednesday and Friday.
Contact Lyn or Dianne at the club on 5255 2996.
