MY TEACHINGS
My 4 Stage technique is influenced by the teachings of Susan Sarback, who has the School of Light and Color in Sacramento, California.
Her teacher was the master painter Henry Hensche who was taught by Charles Hawthorne, a contemporary of Monet.
These teachings allow me to see and paint in full color with the vision of the Impressionists.
As a painting teacher, I am dedicated to passing along these teachings and sharing my vibrant color palette and technique with my students.
Contact Diane to sign up for classes.
It is my wish to connect with each person indiviually rather than having a sign up sheet.
Pre-requisite: some experience with oil or acrylic and a basic understanding of mixing color – in order to grow and enjoy the experience.
Reviews:
Diane is humble, gracious, patient, an exceptional teacher and artist. Her teaching is methodical but the results of each students and artists work is as unique and individual as the artists themselves and this is where the true magic lies. I have never experienced this before in the many classes I have taken. By the end of one of Diane's courses you will feel like an artist because you have been transformed into one. You will have a framework that you can move forward with into your own painting practice but at the same time you will want to return and take another class for the deeper understanding and the joy of painting with Diane. J
Full Color Foundation classes
Contact Diane to sign up for for the next Foundation class.
White Bowl in full spectrum color
- Learn the Four Stages of color with an online Zoom class.
- Three Saturday mornings 2.5 hours each session, 7.5 hours total $240.
- You will be part of a small group of students each getting individual attention, and learning from each other's critiques. The camaraderie in these classes is outstanding.
- You will need extra time during this 3 class mini course to paint during the week, finishing each assignment after the demos. All demos are recorded for your personal use.
- Week 1 - Egg, block, colored cloths
- Week 2 - White bowl, colored cloths
- Week 3 - Reflective object, colored cloths
Cobalt and Pear
Student reviews:
Dianes’s teaching method for painting in colour is very approachable. Whether you are a beginning painter, or haven’t picked up a brush in a long time, or are an expert painter wishing to try something new, her classes will take you through four easy steps towards a finished painting. She is very supportive and the group class dynamic is fun and encouraging. N
"Taking private classes in oil painting with Diane Williams exceeded my expectations. It was my first time painting with oils after working with acrylics for several years.
Diane taught me interesting techniques to help "see" colour. She guided me through a unique four stage process to create a still life with a vibrant colour palette.
Painting with Diane was a unique educational experience. Her sensitive approach helped me appreciate colour in a new and exciting way.
Diane is a master painter, a professional photographer, and an outstanding teacher.
She is engaging and patient, with a wonderful sense of humour. I recommend Diane's classes unequivocally for painters at any level. "I have to give you credit for this shift in my paintings.
Thank you for opening up these possibilities for me. You are a talented teacher who is generous with positive remarks and swift to give a nudge in the right direction." Judith
"Diane is more than a teacher, she’s an inspiration and wants all her students to excel. Her instruction is informative, fun and builds confidence." Ophelia
"Learning to paint with Diane has helped me to see my subjects better, enabling me to capture the radiance and quality of light."
"Taking Diane’s color course clarified how to turn the avalanche of colors I see into organized stages of development. Even as a seasoned painter, going through the foundational stages more thoroughly by participating in Diane’s demos brought more confidence and play moving forward." Helen
"With Diane's amazing guidance, I learned not only how to expand my ability to see colour but also a formula for how to apply colour to create more depth and vibrancy in my paintings. I look forward to applying this knowledge in future projects!" M
Large Scale Horse Color Course
Please inquire for the next Horse Course
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- Learn to paint horses with an online Zoom class.
- You will be part of a small group of students each getting individual attention, and learning from each other's critiques.
- Three Saturday mornings 2.5 hours each session, 7.5 hours total $240. The camaraderie in these classes is outstanding.
- You will be working from one photo over 3 Saturdays.
- You will need extra time during this 3 class mini course to paint during the week, finishing each assignment after the demos. All demos are recorded for your personal use.
Your horse course was amazing. The teaching method of the 4 stages you explain so well and it's fun to look back and see each stage at the end. You have such a passion for seeing and painting colour it has helped me to see more colour and feel excited about painting again. I love the wildness and looseness of the brush strokes in your horse paintings. Your demonstration on how to paint the horse's eye is fantastic as well, it brings life to the horse. Thank you,Vickie
Large Peony Blossom Color Course
One large canvas over three Saturdays
Contact Diane for the next Peony class.
Contact Diane to sign up for classes.
- It's all about petals! learn color layering with an online Zoom class.
- Three Saturday mornings 2.5 hours each session, 7.5 hours total $240.
- You will be part of a small group of students each getting individual attention, and learning from each other's critiques. The camaraderie in these classes is outstanding.
- You will need extra time during this 3 week mini course to paint during the week, finishing each assignment after the demos. All demos are recorded for your personal use.
Landscape Color Course - early summer 2025
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"Diane breaks down the complexity of the landscape painting into simple and approachable steps in a joyful and colorful way." Natasza
"I learned to use my senses to make colour and light radiate from my paintings".
"Not only did I experience how the painting stages easily work for landscapes, Diane teaches how to paint light and shadow within various landscape and atmospheric elements preparing me for any landscape." Helen
"This was my first time painting landscapes and I learned so much from just 3 sessions. Diane shares all her expertise and wants her students to succeed. I feel confident with Diane’s method to explore on my own." Ophelia
NEW** Wolf Color Course
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April 19, 26, May 3, 2025
*Basic drawing and painting skills are a prerequisite
Email, text or call Diane for more info: 587-899-0064
