Private Art Lessons
Private In-Home Art Lessons
Bring the art studio to your home with personalized, one-on-one instruction designed for teens and adults of all skill levels. Whether you're a complete beginner, returning to art after years away, or looking to strengthen your skills, each lesson is tailored to your individual goals and interests.
With over 20 years of fine art experience and 6 years of teaching experience, I provide patient, encouraging instruction that helps students build confidence while developing solid artistic techniques. My goal is to create a comfortable learning environment where you can explore your creativity and progress at your own pace.
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Lesson Options
Choose from a variety of mediums, including:
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Drawing
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Colored Pencil
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Gouache Painting
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Oil Painting
Lessons may include instruction in:
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Drawing fundamentals
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Composition and design
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Perspective
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Light and shadow
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Color theory
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Value and contrast
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Blending and layering techniques
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Texture and detail
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Still life
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Landscape painting
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Portraits
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Developing your personal artistic style
Whether you're creating art as a hobby, preparing for an art program, improving your technical abilities, or simply looking for a creative outlet, lessons are customized to meet your needs and artistic goals.
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Materials
Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies. To make the process simple and cost-effective, you'll receive a recommended materials list based on the medium you'd like to study and your experience level. I'll help you select quality supplies that fit your budget without purchasing items you don't need.
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Pricing
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60-minute private lesson: $85
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Additional 30 minutes: $25
Extended sessions are recommended for painting projects or students who would like additional time for demonstrations and individualized instruction.
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Service Area
Lessons are available throughout Glynn County. Instruction outside of Glynn County may be available for an additional travel fee, depending on the distance.
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Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel or reschedule a lesson, please provide at least 48 hours' notice. This allows appointment times to be offered to other students and helps keep scheduling fair for everyone.
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Learn at Your Own Pace
Art is a lifelong journey, and every student develops differently. My lessons are designed to encourage creativity, strengthen technical skills, and help you enjoy the process of making art. Whether your goal is mastering the basics or creating finished works you're proud to display, you'll receive personalized guidance every step of the way.
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Call or email today to start your art journey!
Phone: 360.801.8319
Email: jhillfineart@gmail.com
What I Teach
Drawing
With my drawing lessons, we start off nice and easy. If you are a beginner or advanced I will tailor the information that best suits your needs. I like to cover breaking down subjects with basic shapes, and learning to shade with proper technique. And for more advanced students I like to focus on the textures and lighting of the subject.
Colored Pencil
Colored Pencil is one of my all-time favorite mediums to work in. If you love to color in coloring books and want to know how to get better textures, blends, and add depth, take advantage of my colored pencil workshops. I teach this medium with a focus on realism. I'll help you learn techniques of blending, layering colors, and creating texture. Colored pencil is a slow medium but very rewarding. Having a basic knowledge of color theory is helpful but not necessary. It's very easy to use and will challenge your inner artist.
Gouache Painting
What is gouache paint? It's more than just a funny name. Gouache is considered an opaque watercolor. It's a non-translucent, water-based paint that dries with a matte finish. Its been around for decades and has been used by illustrators, comic book artists, and more. Its water-activated characteristics make it easy to use and re-work if you make a mistake. I love this medium to create small, more expressive paintings. Great for Plein air painting!
Oil Painting (Alkyd Oils)
Oil painting can sound very intimidating but in my opinion, it is one of the easiest paints to use. I prefer to use a special oil paint called Alkyd Oils. It is a fast-drying oil paint that allows 8-10 hours of working time for endless blending and then it dries 24-48 hours after, giving you plenty of time to work and short enough time to get back to it after a small break. This paint allows me to work in layers or in Alla Prima (wet into wet). Alkyd oils are also less smelly and allow you to use them in small spaces!