Lesson Catalogue
INSTRUCTORS
COME LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS THAT HAVE BEEN TRAINING IN THEIR
VARIOUS FIELDS FOR A COLLECTIVE 170 YEARS.
Art Sherwyn
For over 40 years, Art Sherwyn has been dedicated to unlocking creative potential through visual art. A celebrated high school art teacher, he’s earned top honors including the Disney American Teacher Award, California Art Educator of the Year, and National Secondary Art Educator of the Year. His expertise has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences on art, education, and leadership.
Through engaging workshops, retreats, and lectures, Art empowers participants to break from convention, embrace failure, and find emotional freedom through the artistic process.
Em Radmacher
A lifetime of writing practices at her back, Radmacher has 35 years of experience in
her own production art company, decades of inspiring groups to connect with their
creative capacities, editorial expertise for a former U.S. president, more than a dozen
published books and words that appear in countless forms around the world. Her
proprietary curricula and engaging training style challenge writerly and creative
populations, and unlock creative possibilities in those exploring various arts.
She is included in the Oxford Dictionary of American Quotations. She likes dogs and
appreciates a good cup of coffee.
Jeanette Richardson
Jeanette Richardson has advocated for arts access and education in Kern County
for over 25 years. As former Executive Director of the Arts Council of Kern (ACK),
she led major projects like the Taft Oil Worker Monument and Arvin Green Arts murals. Jeanette focused on inclusive
programs for at-risk youth and
marginalized communities. A professional visual artist and poet, a book of her poetry and art, Dust of Shooting Stars,
was published in 2020. Jeanette returned as ACK’s Executive Director in December 2022, revitalizing the organization with new initiatives like Common Ground, Arts for Rehabilitation, and the CalTrans Mural Project.
The Art of Becoming an Artist
Art Sherwyn, presents The Art of Becoming an Artist-a powerful 6-part lesson series designed to guide emerging and established artists toward deeper professionalism. Each part outlines a clear pathway or step essential for developing as a serious artist, whether you’re seeking to improve your craft, grow your confidence, or gain exposure. Drawing from decades of experience, numerous awards, and widespread recognition, Sherwyn shares the invaluable wisdom he’s gained to help artists take the next step in their creative journey.
LESSON CATALOGUE FOR 2025
$75 Bundle for 6 CoursesfREE | $15 per class | Members attend for FREE!
SEPT 27
5 PM – 7 PM
Selena Paint and Sip
Art Sherwyn
The 4 stages of continued progress – Story telling vs technique
OCT 11
9 AM – 1 PM
Personal Symbol
Em Radmacher
Design a logo that reflects your core
OCT 11
10 AM – 1 PM
Art Reflects History
Art Sherwyn
Connecting to today’s world becoming relevant and on trend
NOV 7
5 PM – 7 PM
Patterns with Purpose
Em Radmacher
Using various media to discover your unique patterns
NOV 8
9 AM – 1 PM
Connecting to the Uncommon Mind Path
Art Sherwyn
An apple through the ages
NOV 8
9 AM – 1 PM
Pushing Paint
Em Radmacher
Create collage with your painted papers
DEC 13
9 AM – 1 PM
The Dynamics of Creating a Compelling Work of Art
Art Sherwyn
What makes a great work of art? Carrying the eye with composition and color focal points
JAN 10
9 AM – 1 PM
Exhibiting and Selling Your Art
Art Sherwyn
Discussion groups and guest artists
JAN 10
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
The Art of Critiquing
Art Sherwyn
How to assess and talk about your art
JAN 10
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
For the Love of Trees
Jeanette Richardson
A layered approach to reflect nature in collage and acrylic
JAN 14
5 PM – 7 PM
Common Place Journal
Em Radmacher
A way of writing for life
FEB 14
10 PM – 1 PM
Write Your Business Book
Em Radmacher
A structure to introduce your skills with a book about what your do
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