ARTIST AND INSTRUCTOR
Sandy Allnock
teaching approach
I love watching people grow. I truly believe we are all artists, we might just a little encouragement and skill-building to get there.
I’ve been teaching online and in person for over 15 years, living out my childhood dream to inspire people the way my teachers did for me. I find ideas explained simply improve any artist’s work: color theory, breaking negative painting and perspective into steps, sharing my own mistakes and repairs in drawing and watercolor.
Top these off with a cheerful and encouraging approach, and any class, demo, or workshop can be a success! Drop me a note and let me know what your needs are, and let’s get some creativity cooking.
ARTWORK Samples
seascapes
texture
floral
treescapes
ANIMALS
produce
Marine
“Sandy not only explains how to do something to achieve a given result, but, more importantly, why – Sandy is incredible in finding a hidden artist in everyone, even in a person who hasn’t even thought about themselves as an artist.” —Magdalena S.
“I really appreciate how incredibly authentic Sandy is in her approach. She conveys a sense of lightness and ease when it comes to learning. Because of that, I can better manage my own expectations and demands.“
—Anita L.
WASH AND INK
Sketching/studies
BIRDS
MOUNTAINScapes
cityscapes
Still life
reflections
Online Demonstrations
Two decades of video experience make Zoom and YouTube a great way to engage when travel isn’t possible. Whether creating small projects or large, targeted techniques can be taught in surprisingly little time when well-prepared ahead of time.
Helpful
“I think Sandy’s lessons on color theory are especially helpful. One of the most valuable things I’ve learned from her is painting negative spaces.” —Isabelle B.
Knowledgeable
“Sandy is extremely talented, kind, supportive of all art levels, very knowledgeable, and a great teacher just to name a few! ” —Janice W.
Accessible
“Sandy’s gift is to make a difficult process like watercolor accessible to even the rankest novice. Her gentle instruction style encourages and supports all her students.” —Cindy H.
Authentic
“Sandy is authentic — not afraid to make mistakes and admit them and show how to fix them. Cheerfully!” —Kelly A.
Clarity
“Sandy’s instructions are clear and succinct. I appreciate the teachings on perspective; my sketching and composition skills have improved drastically as a result.” —Meg M.
CONCISE
“Sandy shares assessments of art supplies, as well as clear and concise instruction. She breaks down projects step by step and is easy to understand.” —Karen S.