Zoom Class: Fresh Eyes (Critique)

Tuesday evenings, 6-9 PM
April 14-28

Fresh Eyes: 3 Sessions of Critique

Every artist eventually hits a wall where they can no longer see their own work clearly. Formal critique is the most effective tool we have to break through those plateaus—it isn’t about subjective “likes” or “dislikes,” but about the disciplined, systematic analysis of a painting.

Students will bring work they’ve done on their own for analysis within the group. If you’ve never experienced a formal critique, this 3-session series is the perfect entry point. As a group, we’ll put our minds to the problems you’ve been struggling to solve alone. This shorter format is also an ideal way to test-drive a Zoom-based class.

The Framework of Analysis

We bridge the gap between intuition and technique by looking at your work through the lens of the core design elements:

Focal point
Line
Value
Color
Balance
Shape and form
Rhythm and movement
Texture (brushwork)

These elements transcend style. Whether your work is representational or abstract, we will look at how these forces are working together—or what might be blocking the full expression of your idea.

The Outcome

By the end of the third session, you will have a clear, actionable roadmap for your current pieces and a more “educated eye” for your future work. You’ll walk away with the ability to self-critique your paintings with more confidence and less frustration.