FAQ

Our program focuses on instructing students individually on their personal goals. We have a baseline that teaches students the techniques needed to draw and paint for a lifetime and tailor our teaching to our students' interests. Therefore when you walk into the classroom you will see each student working on something different. Most of our classes have students ranging from beginners to advanced. Because of this our classes are not separated by skill level.

Our classroom is a traditional studio environment with each student working at an easel or drawing horse. We aim to give our students the highest quality of art education by staffing our studio with trained instructors who have a degree in art or are pursuing a degree in art. In our youth classes, we keep our teacher to student ratio low at 1:6 so that each student is able to have their individual needs met.

The first day of class is a day for us to get to know the student. We will go over basic drawing techniques with pencil. Adult students will later be introduced to charcoal and youth students will use chalk pastels. An assessment will be made about your goals and skill level and we will determine how to move forward with your learning.

Supplies are not included in the cost of tuition for weekly classes and some workshops. Each student will be asked to purchase a kit based on the medium they are working in. Once you register for classes you will be emailed instructions for purchasing your kit. Supplies can be purchased through Holt School or locally through Jerry's Artarama. You can shop elsewhere but we always encourage you to shop small businesses. :) To see the current prices on Holt School kits, visit our online Store.(https://holtschoolonlinestore.square.site/shop/kit-pre-order/9) Youth Students: There are 6 different kits for youth students. You will only be asked to purchase one at a time based on your student's age and skill level. Over the course of your student's time with us, you may only end up purchasing one to four kits. 1. Pastel 2. Watercolor 3. Oil Painting Starter Kit 4. Oil Painting Color Kit 5. Charcoal 6. Gouache Adult Students: There is 1 general kit for adult students. Students may be asked to supplement their kits based on their class, specialty workshops, or recommendations from their instructors. 1. Charcoal and Oil Painting Kit* *Adult class instruction is exclusively in charcoal and oil paint.

Supplies: Your art supply kit can be purchased through Holt School or the local Jerry's Artarama. You may also elect to shop for supplies yourself using the list below. New teen students should hold off on purchasing supplies until after their first class. Click here to pre-order your kit through Holt School. (https://holtschoolonlinestore.square.site/product/pastel-kit/80?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=9)The kit will be delivered to you in class on your first day.

Supplies: Your art supply kit can be purchased through Holt School or the local Cheap Joes. You may also elect to shop for supplies yourself using the list below. Click here to pre-order your kit through Holt School. (https://holtschoolonlinestore.square.site/product/adult-oil-kit/81?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=9)The kit will be delivered to you in class on your first day.

If you or your student has previously attended Holt School, please email us at info@holtschooloffineart.com

Our classes are for all levels. Each student is instructed on an individual level and therefore beginner, intermediate, and advanced students can be seen in all of our classes. Some of our classes may be separated based on age. *Only our intermediate and advanced adult classes will contain some group-based instruction.

Youth Students: Students who aren’t beginners can be placed on a “fast track” with a portfolio review. This is an informal assessment and artwork can be brought on the first day of class to share with the instructor. All fast track students are required to complete our drawing exercises as we use them for building blocks for painting. We place importance on drawing before painting, as painting is considered to be drawing with a brush. A strong foundation in drawing will help the artist produce higher quality oil paintings. Adult Students: If you have previous experience please plan to share images of your work with your teacher on the first day of class. They will work with you to come up with a plan to meet your goals.

Yes, our instructors can help build a portfolio and help make portfolio decisions. If you need help with this please email info@holtschooloffineart.com and we can direct you to the right instructor for your needs.