About the classes:

This three part series is a wonderful way for grown-ups and kids to spend some special time together and learn about a few artists who have influenced all of us.  Plus, it is the perfect gift any time of year to share with your family!

Each two hour class will include a presentation on the life and work of that artist, as well as the importance of that artist within the context of art history and culture.  Then, we will do our own art project based on the work of the artist we are studying.

Upon registration you will receive information by email including the materials for each class.  Then a day or two before each class you will receive the zoom link.

This series of classes is designed for all levels of artists, including beginners.  We suggest age 5 and above for paricipating children.  

About Margie

Margie Samuels is an award-winning artist and instructor.  She is an elected member of the New Jersey Watercolor Society and the Essex Water Color Club.  She was awarded the Matilda Grech Memorial Award at the 2018 International Northeast Watercolor Society Show in Kent, Connecticut. Samuels was also selected for the Inner Canvas Show at the Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey.  

After studying fine arts at Brandeis University, Samuels went on to get additional training at Harvard University, the Arts Students League and the New Jersey Visual Arts Center.  Over the years, she has painted with notable artists including: Elaine DeKooning, Peter Grippe, Skip Lawrence, Pat Dews, Sterling Edwards and  Don Andrews.

Samuels teaches painting workshops at various locations throughout the United States. Samuels’s artwork is sold directly through her own gallery.