He finds inspiration in many ways from the landscapes to still life paintings and is a master at figurative painting. Living in Italy has given him a wide perspective of art and the art of life. Having worked as a stand up comic in his earlier years to Seinfeld and Willie Nelson and others, he brings laughter and comeraderie to the class in addition to teaching amazing skills he has learned over the years. This is an amazing opportunity to leapfrog over years of trial and error and enter the world of professional artist. Mary Martin will privately councel with students apart from this class on how to approach galleries. Day 1 - Students will copy a portrait of the Master Artist, Rembrandt and learn his procedure. Reference will be provided.