Mentorship is the fastest way to go from where you are today, to where you want to be! Learn How Mentorship Works or join this mentors group below. Not sure what stage you are? Click here for descriptions.
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MEDIUM: Oil | Pastel SPECIALTY: ✔ GeneralistÂ
My work is not difficult to understand – it is simply an expression and a diary of my impressions of those elements in the visual field that bring me joy.
I seek to create a sense of authenticity in my representational paintings, and lend my voice to creating awareness and appreciation of our natural world. My fond hope is to transport the viewer to beautiful wild places that I have been privileged to experience and to share my joy of rendering light, atmosphere and my sense of delight in the world around me. And to be able do all this with mere paint – to accomplish that makes me the most fulfilled of all people.
Gaye’s EXPERTISE
Listed below are this Mentor’s specialty skills. Join this group if you want to grow in these areas.
Specialty: ✔ Generalist
Technique:
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Colour & Composition
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Technique Demos
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Supplies and tools – what to use, where to save, and where to spend
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Studio Setup for Art Production
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Teaching How to Self Critique
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Providing Art Critiques
Marketing:
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Social Media
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Website Design
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Shows & Exhibits
Business:
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Pricing Artwork
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Approaching Galleries
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Studio Time Management
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Selling Online
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Running Your Art Business – The Day-To-Day
Gaye is phenomenal as a Mentor! Appreciate her care and concern of our growth as artists.
Gaye is such a knowledgeable instructor.
Gaye is wonderful & has really sped up my learning curve
Gaye is fabulous as always!
Gaye listens and answers our questions thoroughly and I appreciate that, and her enthusiasm!
I love being in Gaye’s class. She has so much knowledge, and she is a real help with explaining things so well. What a great master.
Gaye is fantastic. She shares so much knowledge, addresses each person’s areas of growth and interests, and she demonstrates. There are a few artists who are able communicate clearly and love to teach, and Gaye is one of them.
Gaye’s critiques are always insightful and useful.
Gaye is very clear and concise in her teaching.
Gaye is fantastic, always so informative & I learn a lot at each class.
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Your Membership Includes (click here):
Mentorship Session: Meet via video conference for a monthly 2-hour session with your Mentor and small group. You choose the mentor, we provide the group!
Mid-Month Session: Meet via video conference for a 1-hour session with your small group and Navigator to connect, share progress, encouragement, and support.
Weekly Events: Attend LIVE weekly events online, on hot topics like Finding Your Style, Composition & Critiques, plus master DEMOS. Access event recordings!
MyStudio: Access your private online studio space equipped with business tools and Mentorship Session Recordings.
Chat Group: Access your private online chat group to connect with your small group and Navigator (group facilitator) anytime.
Discounts: Enjoy member discounts on LIVE and ON-DEMAND courses, art supplies, and more!
Emerging
Mentorship Membership
$ USD90/Monthly Membership
Next session: June 11, 2025
On the 2nd Wednesday of every month 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM MDT Wed
GROUP IS FULL Join the waitlist to receive an email when a spot becomes available.
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Emerging
Mentorship Membership
$ USD90/Monthly Membership
Next session: June 03, 2025
On the 1st Tuesday of every month 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM MDT Tue
Not your timezone? Click below
MORE ABOUT THE ARTIST
I have been drawing and painting for as long as I can remember. And it has always brought me a sense of satisfaction and joy.
My paintings are not difficult to understand; they are merely an exploration of that which brings me joy, and makes my heart skip a beat. That is the experience I wish to share with those that view my paintings - to stir the imagination and quicken the spirit and transport to a wild and interesting place.
The single most compelling aspect of art making for me is creating the illusion of light with mere paint. It is always a challenge, and is always engaging. That alchemy for me is pretty heady stuff.
In addition to painting I enjoy a lovely connection with those looking to shorten their learning curve by studying with me. Turns out I really enjoy sharing my passion, and love to take students on my plein-air adventures in particular. Check out my workshops page if that is something that sounds appealing to you.
Whether you are here to look at paintings or to find out some more about workshops, welcome. Thank you so much for your interest!
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