Your instructor

Instructor Susa Farmer-TiefenthalerHelen Klebesadel is an experienced artist, teacher, and mentor.  She was formerly an associate professor of art and gender studies at Lawrence University.  Read more.

Who this course is for

  • All levels of artists—novice through experienced.
  • Anyone interested in improving their art skills under the guidance of a university professor.
  • Professional or aspiring artists, teachers, and hobbyists.

Online art course: Independent and personalized art exploration: painting, drawing and mixed media

A noncredit, online art class. Enjoy individual guidance from an expert teacher as you create art.  

 What is your next step as an artist?  Is it a new medium; improved drawing or painting skills; color, composition, or content development? You choose! Collaborate with the instructor on a five-lesson plan focused on what skills you want to explore and develop.  

Artwork may be submitted by mail or online for feedback.   Work at your own pace and take up to a year to finish.

How it works

You can start anytime, and there are no required hours to log on. It's all done with one-on-one correspondence with the instructor. Because of the one-on-one nature of our courses, you'll find them an excellent "coaching" or mentoring situation that will keep you inspired. If you want to just work on your own, that's fine too. We're also here throughout the year if you have questions.

Costs

$120 plus postage. E-mail Helen Klebesadel (klebesadel@tds.net) for more details. Work at your own pace and take up to a year to finish. See how to register for registration options. You will earn 2.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) when you complete this online art course.

Your instructor

Instructor Susa Farmer-TiefenthalerHelen Klebesadel is an experienced artist, teacher, and mentor.  She was formerly an associate professor of art and gender studies at Lawrence University.  Her artworks have been exhibited nationally and internationally.   Helen has been invited to offer workshops from Texas to Alaska and regularly teaches in Wisconsin.  She offers watercolor, drawing, creativity, and career development in face-to-face workshops and through distance learning. Helen’s created these unique online courses so you can develop your artistic skills and creative voice in the comfort of your home.  You can learn more about her work as an artist here:  http://klebesadel.com

Student Comments

"You couldn't ask for a better art coach than Helen."

Contact

Your contact for more information about Independent and personalized art exploration: painting, drawing and mixed media is Helen Klebesadel

For more information about online learning contact Lori O'Neill at 608-263-6322 or toll-free 877-336-7836 or email LSAonline@dcs.wisc.edu.

How to register

Online: Register now online with our secure server.

Mail: Print and mail our registration form.

Telephone: Call 608-262-2451 or toll-free 800-725-9692 to register. Our phone is answered M-F, 7:00 am-4:30 pm Central Time. At other times please leave a message, and we will return your call.