Art Lessons by KeliDyan

A recent color theory lesson utilizing 2 different mediums including oil pastels & play dough - Fun!
-for our younger elem. aged students-

I’ve had interest from families that would like to use🛡Harmony Ed🛡& I wanted to let y’all know that we will be working on getting coordinated & set up with the program🛡this next week! 😄🤞🤗

Additional Insights from Lessons .com’s ?s

Q) What types of students have you worked with?

A) I’ve tutored faculty, staff, administrators, & students alike at the University level in graphic & other computer programs as well as having taught missionaries language skills & developing spiritual strength in the MTC.

Not to mention that I've been a stay-at-home mother of 5 wonderful children with plenty of opportunities to volunteer in the classroom and serve in a religious capacity both for several years working with teens down to nursery ages over the past 20 years. 😉

Q) How did you get started teaching?

A) A couple of my first few jobs just out of high school were teaching children. As a lifeguard I taught swimming lessons in NY where I graduated HS & also as an ice-skating instructor for the city of Provo out by the lake before they had the Peaks Arena!

Q) What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

A) Make sure that regardless of their skill or success as a professional artist, they are able to adapt to the student's needs & successfully communicate in a way that the understanding of the subject matter is solid, the student is actively involved & there is opportunity for open and clear discussion including constructive criticism that builds both technical skill as well as confidence. Meeting the individual on their level is essential for progress.

Q) What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

A) Some examples would include:

-Why do I want to 'do art'? What (about it) motivates me?

-What kinds of mediums am I drawn to?

- How will this enrich my life? Ie. Am I looking to develop my talent for my own enjoyment, a hobby, side-hustle or career?

-How will I measure my progress?

-Will I be pleased with the journey or just getting to the destination? (Learning vs skill-level.)

-Am I willing to give myself leaniency with my learning curve & yet still be able to step back & see progress / struggles in ways that will be motivating & productive?

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I’d love to know where you are on your artistic journey- Come & share your vision with me!

~Keli Dyan