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Mrs. LaFors' approach is that
anyone can learn to be a good artist; they just have to have some guidance
and be willing to be patient, work hard and build a skill set. Her students
do best when they are motivated, relaxed, patient, yet determined.
Teaching Approach
Mrs.
LaFors teaches private lessons designed to review
the basics of drawing and painting: fundamentals of
line, shape, relationships, perspective,
composition, and value.
She covers different media including: pastels,
watercolors, oil, acrylics, gouache, pen and ink,
and pencils - using different tools, which are
applied onto various papers, boards, and canvasses.
The students get exposure to different approaches
and media. She stresses progressive learning and a
"can do" attitude. She recognizes the need for
considerable effort to become a good artist.
Progressive learning is key to developing a skill
base in art. Each person needs to work at their own
speed. Group interaction is stressed as a way to
learn respect for others and to treat others with
kindness and dignity as well as a method to learn
from others. Creating a supportive environment
rather than a competitive atmosphere is stressed. As individuals work to build
their skill base, the positive results show in the
work they produce. This provides encouragement and
positive reinforcement to them as an individual and
as an artist. The course is structured to make sure
the basics are covered; however, freedom to choose
subject matter is part of the experience. And be sure to know it
is hard work, but no fussing! Just do it!
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