Dianne Bersea watercolor and art workshops, Art retreats, Cortes Island Art Retreats, Manzanita Muse Studio, Cortes Island, endorsements, affirmations, evaluations


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What People Are Saying about Art Retreats
& Workshops with
Dianne Bersea cspwc AFCA

Wonderful fun!

Knowledegeable, patient and encouraging. Very helpful critiques
and positive feedback.

Gentle, intelligent approach. You put the emphasis on what is working...
how we can build on that. I thoroughly enjoyed
exploring the island with artistic eyes.

I am quite amazed at how helpful the classes were for me...., how much I learned
about the drawing process too. Just as you mentioned it's very useful
to start with the larger shapes. Then graphically look at the tonal values...
I am learning to once again to see with beginner eyes.
The painting techniques are invaluable!

Dianne you have a gift for teaching! It was fun to do and stretch the boundaries of process. I will be back for more and will broadcast my appreciation to all willing ears.
Art retreats, 2010

"Absolutely the best workshop I have ever attended!
You opened the door to many, many
possibilities for creative change."

"Thank you for fanning the fire!"

Dianne, you are the best art instructor I have ever experienced! Thank you!

Excellent! I especially appreciated your persistence in encouraging a positive
attitude toward our own work.
North Peace Arts Gallery, Fort St. John BC 2009

"You have an excellent ability and willingness to assess participant needs and
elaborate on those areas. You're not locked into a standard presentation. Much appreciated.

I take to heart your statement that "less is more." Thanks!
Firesign Art & Design August 08

"This is one of the best workshops I have ever taken!"

"I appreciate your style Dianne. Relaxed, loose, you held us as able."

"Perfectly open, flexible and encouraging!"

"Such a cheerful, happy voice of ENCOURAGEMENT"

"You met & exceeded my every expectation."

"Excellent - excellent - excellent! Your demonstrations were wonderful.
Very empowering."

"In the midst of more experienced painters I was able to be at
my own level of creativity. I could have my own experience
-- and be supported. Thank you!"
Hollyhock, July 08

This workshop definitely shifted the walls of the envelope! I'm inspired!"

"I enjoyed working on the same subject, seeing different results.
Top notch! "
All above from Jupiter Ranch, Gabriola Island Workshop, March 08

"I've seldom been to a workshop where I have been so challenged &
encouraged. I especially liked trying new materials whch opened
so many new possibilities."
Denman Island Arts Centre, August 07

"Thanks Dianne! You broke me open to really look at shapes & spaces --
especially negative spaces. I thoroughly enjoyed your "casual"
but obviously knowing delivery. Such joy!!"
Denman Island Arts Centre, August 07

"Your critiques are so positive, a real bonus for beginners."
Denman Island Arts Centre, August 07

"Great workshop! I loved the relaxed atmosphere and encouragement."
Gibsons School of the Arts 07

"Since the three hour lesson you gave me in August, I've painted at our cottage;
on the golf course; at a resort in Columbia, South America; in Sunpeaks, B.C.
on a ski trip in December, and; in the Dominican Republic.
Thanks for the 'licence' to paint what I want!"
Mark, private mentoring student, August 07

"Nice progression of skills and exercises, many mental breakthroughs
-- nice demos & technical tips."
Firesign Art & Design 07

"Overall excellence every day. Progression of studies from beginner
to intermediate moved me forward very quickly.
Hollyhock, 2006

"Your ability to encourage a novice (me) was great -- with excellent
feedback & direction. You seem to know when to provide individual feedback
and when to leave space. This truly was a experience of transformation
-- and as an educator I know I'm not easy to teach! Well done!"
Firesign Art & Design, September 05

"Very supportive, enthusiastic and encouraging."
Hollyhock, July 05

"Thank you for your inspiration, encouragement and your
excellent teaching at Malibu..., all done with the most wonderful
humor. I was able to hang seven of my watercolours at the Gallery today.
I even signed my name to them!" Malibu Arts Retreat 04

"The combination of setting and encouraging assistance..., so inspiring!"

"Very relaxing, much fun. Love your sense of humour."

".... watercolor class was extraordinary!"

"Perfect!"

"Clear, lively, ideal balance of activities"
Firesign Art and Design, September 05

"I want to give you a big THANK YOU for lighting my fire....
You've made a remarkable change in my life".
Hollyhock July 2002
"Playful projects equal no stress and freedom to explore."

".... informative tidbits about colour and technique.
Very clear & very patient, no intimidation!"

"Enjoyed your demonstrations. Many nuggets of new learning!"

"Outstanding organization .... Evidence of much good thinking & preparation."

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