Austin Fine Art Classes

I found Elizabeth by googling "Art Classes in Austin TX." At the time I was considering trying out Laguna Gloria, but was a little intimidated by the potential size of the classes there and wasn't thrilled about it being so far from my house. As it turns out, all of these years I have been living 5 minutes away from the best art teacher I have ever had. In all my years of art education and drawing on my own, I have never been taught some of the things that I have learned from Elizabeth--some of them in my very first class. And I wish that I had known before what I know now, because it would have made painting and drawing so much easier.

The small class size really makes it like having a one-on-one instructor. You move at your own pace. There are no more than five students at one time, each at different stages of artistic development, and Elizabeth goes around the room giving individual demonstrations and instruction. Each student starts with line drawing and progresses to tone drawing. Once those are mastered they will move on to tone painting (with white and brown paint) and finally after mastering tone painting, colors are introduced. The order is really important, so even if you have painted before you should start at the beginning. You won't be sorry.

If you are on the fence, she offers a free one hour "mini class", which is risk free (almost risk free, because if you go, you will be hooked and want to sign up for more). But you will also learn very quickly that money here is well spent because Elizabeth has a way of explaining things that just makes sense.

Elizabeth Locke has developed a systematic, effective method for teaching representational drawing and painting to all levels. She is encouraging and insightful. I can't recommend her classes enough!

Finding Elizabeth's art class was a "stroke" of luck for me. I had always wanted to learn to paint and her fundamental technique, albeit challenging at times, is a process that builds your confidence and competency as a painter. Her vast wisdom as an artist is gleaned through hearing the various teachings at different levels in class that reinforce your abilities as a painter. I enjoy the challenge and look forward to each class and am amazed at how much I have learned from her.

Austin Art Classes are the only way to learn how to draw and paint creatively. She teaches her students at their own pace and with hands on step by step instructions. Elizabeth Locke is a teacher that is one in a million art teachers. I have been an artist and studied art my entire life. I make a living at commercial art and illustration. But I've been wanting to learn how to paint in this way and didn't know this technique (to learn) existed. She is amazing in every way. She knows how to zone in to each student and see exactly what you need to do to get the lesson. If you are wanting to learn how to paint, don't miss out on this rich way to learn.

Would highly recommend Elizabeth's classes. She has an excellent class progression. Takes you back to drawing 101 but with a new perspective. I like the way her classes are structured and she is a good teacher. Let's you progress at your own pace. She is able to pull out your best. If you are serious about learning how to paint with oils in an impressionist style, she would be an excellent choice.

Elizabeth has a very thorough method for teaching the basics from A to Z. It is well thought out and suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience but who have gaps in their experience or need a refresher. Students who complete her course will have a solid foundation for building their own works no matter what subject matter/media they choose to explore. The studio space is well organized and pleasant.

Elizabeth's classes provide an opportunity for each of only 4-5 class members to have individualized instruction. There is a well-planned, well-written and structured curriculum that allows each person to progress at his/her own pace. There is no waiting around for help. On top of personalized and sensitive reviews throughout the time in class --(that are wildly competent and encouraging) -- one also hears the principles and processes reworded and clarified repeatedly to other students. This art school, unlike day workshops, or even college art courses I had had, uses a disciplined process that a serious artist or beginner has probably never experienced before. My feeling is that I am finally learning how to be in control of classical tools, materials and can finally see my way to gaining authoritative implementation of what I would like to express. I am so satisfied to proceed at this pace and love the work. The three hour class flies by.