Maria Field

Classes and Workshops

Classes: 

Currently (2011) I teach 4classes a week:

- Monday (9:30 am to 12:30) at Scattered Arts 6 Newman Ave Camp Hill.(3398 9370)

- Monday (1pm to 4pm) at Scattered Arts 6 Newman Ave Camp Hill.(3398 9370)

- Tuesday (1pm to 4pm) at the Lavalla Centre

(Old Marists Bros school corner of Given Tce and Fernberg Rd Rosalie...near Milton)

- Wednesday (6pm to 9pm) at the Lavalla Centre Rosalie

However, I also do workshops at various groups and occasional demonstrations (Art Shed Sept 2010,Dec 2010 and August 2011) and will possibly be offering more classes/workshops on another day/night/weekend, so please don't hesitate to email me at mfield@cheerful.com if you would like to find out more or be advised of demos/classes/workshops.

Cost is $30 for a 3 hour class with tea/coffee/biscuits provided. Art materials are not provided. A list of materials required is available upon request.

If you would like to receive a brochure regarding the structure of my classes, what you will learn and a list of materials required, please email me at mfield@cheerful.com

McGregor Summer School 2012

I will be tutoring a Beginners to Intermediate Watercolour workshop at the McGregor Summer School in Toowoomba from 5th to 15th January 2012. This will be a comprehensive workshop for anyone wanting to either try their hand at watercolour or improve on their current watercolour skills. Many subjects and techniques will be covered in a relaxed but fun environment.

For details see McGregor Summer School

For enrolment and contact details see Enrolment and Contact details

For a class synopsis see McGregor class synopsis

For a materials list see Materials list McGregor School

If you would like to view a class plan for the workshop please email me at mfield@cheerful.com

 A Selection of Students Comments: 

“Maria is very attentive to everyone's needs. For a person like me who couldn't even draw, I find I can now paint and draw” ..Pat

“Maria is a versatile and talented artist and her demonstrations are a joy to watch as she clearly explained every step in progress in an enthusiastic manner. She is an inspirational teacher willing to share her vast knowledge and expertise.”...Janette

"Maria communicates concepts clearly and instructions are always well demonstrated. She is very supportive and her classes are very enjoyable." ...Pam

"Maria's classes are exciting and vibrant and I am learning something new every week".....Ross

"I am really getting alot out of the classes and like the wide range of topics. Maria is well prepared and structured with good focus on techniques and varied subjects. Step by step instructions are very clear. She is very helpful and encouraging and caters to the interests of the students.".....Di

“Maria is extremely encouraging, motivating and always helpful. The classes are fun and not at all intimidating and I have been happy with the outcomes of my paintings carried out with Maria's tips and suggestions.”...Jackie

"Even though student's abilities and interests are quite varied, Maria seems to be able to alter her classes to suit all levels, styles and interest in subject matter. She is very flexible and covers a wide range for everybody."...Vincent

“Maria is thorough and patient. She presents information clearly and ensures all students are understanding the techniques. Excellent balance of demonstrations and didactic teaching. Excellent, stimulating, fun!”...Lis

“I am loving the class and hope to keep attending for ages. Maria is very clear and easy to follow and gets me feeling really excited about learning to paint”...Lyn K

“Maria really is patient and understanding and seems tireless in her efforts to progress the knowledge and skills of her students. She provides excellent feedback on our efforts and takes a very positive approach with us.”...Gail

“Very informative. Maria has a sense of freedom in her work and I am seeking to achieve this goal. I feel I am closer to that goal with Maria's attention. She is always encouraging and I am thoroughly enjoying every moment.”...Fay

“Maria is always bright and welcoming and very patient. Helps us to understand 'cause and effect' of various techniques and is able to teach/manage us in our very different styles and personalities. Nothing seems to be a problem.”...Lynda

“Maria covers different styles of painting and I feel I'm learning many different ways of painting trees, water, shadows etc.Instructions are always very clear”...Theresa

“Maria is able to isolate a problem and explain how to overcome it in specific detail”...Libby

“Maria's teaching is enthusiastic and spontaneous yet carefully planned. She is very encouraging to all her pupils who are at different levels of ability.”...Anne

"I receive heaps of personal attention and find Maria very easy to follow. I thoroughly enjoy the lessons and miss them when I haven't been"....Kathryn

“The teaching is extremely comprehensive and well demonstrated. I like the emphasis she gives copyright of other people's images. She is a talented and generous teacher as well as being a gifted artist. A very rare combination.”......Lyn D

"Maria's teaching is easy to understand and the classes are the highlight of my week"....Fenny

“I like the way each week one or two techniques are introduced and demonstrated and because of the small sizes, students take home one or two complete paintings every week. Maria is very enthusiastic about teaching and this is passed on to her students making every lesson alot of fun!”....Sally

“Maria makes it easy to follow for all levels of artist”...Kate

“Maria's instructions are clear and precise. She gives the principles which make the the complexities of watercolour simple.”.....Beth

"Classes are entertaining and paced to the individual student. She turns a gumby into a Gaugain. Don't know if she can teach cooking, but she sure as hell can teach watercolour!".....Bill

“Maria's workshop was well structured and prepared with excellent demonstrations and adequate time for practice and personal attention - all delivered in an atmosphere of relaxed enjoyment. She is very generous with her extensive knowledge. It was lots of information, lots of painting and lots of fun!”....Pamela F

“Your love for watercolour painting is so obvious and contagious. Your teaching is very clear with good repetition of important techniques, delivered in a down to earth manner with great energy, humour and kindness. You are very encouraging, even in gentle criticism and you free me up to be myself” ...Adele

"Maria's way of teaching is fun, informative and inspiring. She is always happy and patient and positive, as well as helpful and supportive. Always a great evening with lots of learning experiences."....Sue

"I am learning new techniques every week together with design principles and materials and my painting is always improving. I am thoroughly enjoying myself"...Ann

“The classes are friendly and fun. Maria is well prepared and mindful of the needs of the class. It is a non-threatening style which makes me feel comfortable and appreciated. Instructions and demonstrations are excellent”....Bev

  Classroom at Lavalla Centre

“You have really pushed me along and challenged me. You can really teach and know so much. The classes have been good for me and the section on perspective was super-dooper. I learnt alot about composition and tone and the variety of subjects covered was a real challenge”......Jeff

“Maria's teaching is exactly what I need. Clear, based on principles and essential techniques. The hand out of Maria's Overview of Watercolour is worth more than any books I have read on watercolour.”...Colleen

“Her teaching is very relevant to my needs and delivered in a great fun way”...Marjorie

“Her explanations are always clear and the classes are always fun and interesting”...Geraldine

“Thank you for giving me back the joy of Watercolours”..Rhonda

 In addition to the classes I also like to arrange for “plein air/paint out” days, gallery visits and exhibitions of student's work where possible to enhance the students learning and confidence.

  A Selection of Students work from our 2011 "Students Exhibition"

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