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In this 4 hour course, Terry will introduce you to the exciting world of urban sketching! You will start out in the studio to learn about the supplies, how to use them, then do a little practice. Terry will then take you out in the neighborhood in the South Front district, and teach you how to urban sketch out in the field. Urban sketching is about capturing the energy and wonder of the scene before you; sketching from real life! You will learn about picking a focal point, composition, scale and perspective, and how to actually execute your urban sketch. You will be working in watercolors and pens, but she will go over other mediums that are great to use in the field. In this class, there will be a lot of learning and a ton of fun! Learn a new skill that you could use anytime, anywhere; a way to capture the world around you in a dynamic, little sketch!

Love the look of watecolors with ink lines? Always wanted to learn it? Here's your chance! After you have taken at least the basic "Introduction to Watercolors" class or have a basic understanding of working with watercolors, I can start teaching you the basics of using the line and wash technique! Learn what supplies to use, great ways to use them, and what subjects look great in this energectic technique! We will play, practice, and learn in this fun 2 hour session!

In this 3-hour course, Terry will guide you step-by-step on how start painting some simple bodies of water in watercolor. She will teach you how to mix the colors, create movement and depth, and how to paint some simple ocean waves. You will also learn how to paint reflections in water. Previous experience in watercolor is needed for this class. This class is for ages 15 and up, and all materials are provided! Terry is known for her dramatic seascapes, so these classes will fill up quickly - check out her portfolio on this site to see some examples.

“If I could say it in words there would be no reason to paint.” Edward Hopper Art has always been a transformative force in my life, providing solace and a creative outlet during challenging times in my life. The act of creating has not only saved my sanity but also brought me immense peace and helped me navigate through many difficult situations. It's a powerful form of self-expression that has truly shaped my identity and brought true self-awareness into my life. Art, especially line and wash, helps me capture and tap into the spirit of the crazy, yet brilliant world around me. Creating helps me vocalize what's happening around me and many times, what is happening inside of me. For me, creating art is an intimate, safe avenue for me to express my feelings, whether self-imposed or influenced by the ebb and flow of life around me. It is honestly one of the rare times I actually feel comfortable enough to be completely vulnerable and open; it helps me often to feel a connection to the outer world because I have difficulty with that. It is my truest voice when I am too broken and sad to speak or even when I am so happy, so excited, that the words come tumbling out in an awkward, rushed jumble. Art plays such an integral role in my life; it helps me alter my perspective of living and thriving. In creating, I need no words, no proper grammar, no fancy jargon - I just need my brush, a pen, and lots of colors to let you know what is circling in my head, what I am seeing with my eyes, and what I am feeling in my soul.

I don’t even know where to start with this tale of the roller coaster ride I have been on in the last year! I will start where my fried brain can remember, ha! First, in 2023, one of my urban sketches was used by Brunswick Beer and Cider on their tee shirts! You know how much I adore being a part of the urban sketchers - it’s one of my biggest passions! Second, I was interviewed (me, who doesn’t interview well because I am eternally goofy and awkward) by Raleigh Voyage Magazine. That was one of the most surreal moments for me - to have a printed editorial spread of my interview and photos mailed to me! Now, onto one of the biggest things still happening to me - I am working with an amazing author out of PA, Craig Jones, and illustrating his children’s book!  I have already gained so much on this project, from learning about the publishing world and how it works, to how much creativity I really do have locked inside my heart. This is both a blessing and a grand adventure that I am on, and I hope this will be the beginning of many new adventures in illustrating! Next, I had my very first solo exhibition at the fantastic Sublimina Studio in the Cargo District in Wilmington. Now, THAT was a learning experience - both nerve-wracking, hard work, and buckets of fun! HUGE shout-outs and thanks to Bryan of Sublimina and two of my besties, Heather and Debbie - you guys are the real, behind-the-scenes MVPs!! After all that chaos, I have been in a couple of other shows, made new art, and connected with so many artists in our great Cape Fear arts community, which has been awesome-sauce. The latest news I have for you guys is that when I am not working on the book, I am now offering private watercolor lessons in my studio at TheArtworks! To be honest with you, I probably should have gone to school to be an art teacher - I just LOVE to teach others about the vibrant world of art! I am such a nerd when it comes to making out my lesson plans and even my take-home pdf's. What a dork! I cannot wait to teach my first student. If you are interested in taking one of my classes, hit me up at terryganeystudio@gmail.com! At least you know I will be annoyingly enthusiastic about it. Oh yes, don’t forget that Fourth Friday is coming up on 2.23, from 6pm - 9pm - I will be in my studio, serving up snacks, drinks, and hopefully some laughs ( awkward laughs at me, with me, who really knows?)! I will also be giving away some stuff and having a sale on some of my art. That's all folks, at least for now! Stay tuned for the next episode of the Terry G Studio Show! Peace and love, peeps.

Welcome all! I am your blog host and Wilmington artist, Terry Ganey, and on this crazy show, we are going to be taking a peek into my world – my world of soul-searching, pencil-smudging, paint-splattering, and canvas-ripping; my art and soul. Let me open up this show by telling you a bit about myself. I am a completely self-taught artist that has the pleasure of living on the east coast of NC, which basically means - I am lucky enough to enjoy the beauty of the ocean, a little city-life, and the peaceful country at the same time. All of these unending muses in the Carolinas influence my art – I love capturing the fierceness of the untamed ocean, the architecture of a lively city, and the quiet beauty of a backwoods (which is where I grew up). I have been drawing for as long as I remember, and apparently even longer still. My kindergarten teacher, sweet Mrs. Jacobs, who I have kept in contact with throughout the years, swears I drew some mittens and a chicken for class story time. (Now wondering, did she mean the chicken was wearing the mittens? On what? It’s feet?) I swear I do not remember either. Although I have always been drawing, painting, or doing something artsy - I did, for a time, get away from my one true love. I let life’s angry tides carry me far away from my safe haven of artistic dwelling. But yeah, you probably figured out the story; I got my art groove back. As I neared my 40’s, I panicked for some reason and decided I was going to have an early mid-life crisis. I chopped my hair all off, dyed it bright red (apparently with accidental pops of pink in it), and decided I wasn’t going to spend the rest of my life working in a job that truly did not make me as happy as I am when making my art. I mean, what kind of legacy was I leaving for my children? As Confucius said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never work a day in your life’. Now, here I am, making a go of the old classic, ‘follow your heart’ deal. Its scary, its a bit overwhelming sometimes (I am definitely not a big crowds person), but it's liberating at the same time. All I know at this point is that I am overwhelmingly in love with art - I love creating it, talking about it, and I love it when people get that about me. Welp, that’s all folks for today! Just don’t forget to stay tuned and catch up with me on my next adventure! Questions? Comments? Hey, even concerns? Feel free to email me here at terryganeystudio@gmail.com or you can contact me via my website !

Ready to embrace that inner artist? Ready to get crazy creative and have fun doing it? Just want to learn more about the medium, watercolor? Sign up now for private, one on one lessons with artist & illustrator, Terry Ganey. Watercolor Classes **All Classes Are Full Until May** Dive into the magical world of watercolors with Terry's personalized, one-on-one lessons in her studio at The Artworks, Unleash your creativity and benefit from her tailored instruction as you learn to create your own watercolor art. Take a look at her portfolio to see her artworks, and find out below why her students rave about their experiences int their reviews! Classes and Courses Available! - Introduction to Watercolors Basics (one 2-hour class) - Line and Basics (one2-hour class) - Introduction to Watercolors Course (four, 2-hour lessons) - Intermediate Watercolors Course (four, 2-hour lessons) - Intro to Urban Sketching (4-hour course) Come and experience an exciting in-studio session with Terry, where all the supplies are included! Her classes welcome participants ages 15 and up, providing a perfect environment to unleash your creativity. You'll receive informative sheets after each class to help you continue your artistic journey at home. Join her int her studio at 200 Willard Street, Wilmington, NC, and let your imagination flourish! At this time, she only teaches up to 2 students at a time, and cannot accommodate a larger class in her studio. Make sure to pre-pay for your classes in advance in order to reserve your spot because her classes fill up quickly! You can easily pay via Square Invoice, Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, or PayPal. Email terryganeystudio@gmail.com or click the "Contact" button below! Supplies: All materials are provided for your studio adventures, while you learn in class the best supplies to purchase for your watercolor work at home. Class Duration: Enjoy a 2-hour individual class, and if you need a little extra time, no worries—Terry won’t let you leave until you've grasped everything (as long as her schedule permits) Courses vary from 4 hours to four, 2-hour sessions. Price: Individual classes are just $70, the 4-Part Courses are $245 Terry can accommodate up to two students per class ($70 per person for individual classes or $245 each for courses). PLEASE READ THE POLICIES BELOW BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A CLASS Policies If teacher is late for class, she will make-up for that time by spending that time after the original end time of tesson to work with student. If student is late for class and does not notify teacher, barring an emergency, there is no make-up for that time lost. We understand that emergencies happen, please notify the teacher as soon as possible, and depending on her schedule, she will work with you to accommodate that lost time. Cancellations : No make-up lessons, refunds, or pro-rating will be given for lessons missed without at least 24 hours notice (by email or text) prior to the scheduled lesson time. Please note that there are no refunds for missed lessons; however, you will receive a credit for the lesson that was missed. The teacher will do her best to accommodate you and reschedule the lesson at another time. Keep in mind that there are other students with scheduled lessons and the teacher will offer alternative time slots based on availability. Make-up Lessons : Notification of absence does NOT guarantee a make-up lesson. Make-up lessons will be subject to the availability of the teacher and the other students scheduled. The teacher will do her best to accommodate you and reschedule your lesson for another time. Once again, there are no refunds - only a class credit will be given. If the teacher has to cancel, she will reschedule that lesson and work with you to the best of her ability to make it up. You will have a credit for that class, no refunds. No-shows will result in the loss of the lesson – No makeup or refund will be issued in the case of: -Tardiness of 15 minutes or more (except in an emergency situation) -Failure to inform the Instructor of a missed lesson -Not showing up for a lesson Emergencies : In the case of unforeseen circumstances when a 24-hour cancellation notice is not possible, payment remains non-refundable. A make-up lesson or credit will be offered at the discretion of the teacher, subject to availability. Payment for the course is needed ahead of time to guarantee a spot for lessons; full course payment is required in advance of 2 weeks or more to reserve your day and time spot. Spots for watercolor lessons with Terry fill up quickly. Terry understands that life, time, interests and budgets change, and if and when the time comes to move on from art lessons with her, she will not be offended or angry. Just talk with her about it and let her know your time together has come to an end. Ready to embark on this artistic journey? Hit the "Contact" button below or email terryganeystudio@gmail.com to schedule your class today! Class and Course Info Intro to Watercolors ; Some Basics: Class This is a very basic, 2-hour-long class where we briefly touch of the basics of getting started in watercolors. We talk about everything from simple brush-care, using the pigments, the supplies you need to start with, and values in art. Supplies are provided for in class use. Intro to Watercolors Course : This is 4-part series of 2-hour-long classes where we will learn the very basics of starting your journey in watercolors. We will go over the supplies, values in art, some color theory, mixing using a limited palette, and the main techniques used by watercolorists. You will go home each class with an informational pdf of what we learned in class, some exercises for homework, as well as a 5x7 painting you will do in each class using the info we learned in the class. Upon completion, you will also receive a certificate of completion of the course. Intermediate Course : This is the follow-up of the Intro course, and also consists of 4, two-hour-long classes. You will learn the importance of composition in painting, some basic drawing skills, landscapes and water in watercolors. Line and Wash Class : In this 2-hour-long, single class session, you will learn the basics of adding the element of ink into your watercolor art. Basic knowledge of working in watercolors is a requirement. This session is $70. Contact Terry My mom gifted me a private lesson for her, myself and my two younger daughters for my birthday! Terry was so patient with them and very encouraging! She was very thorough in explaining how to do what we were doing and why. Highly recommend! We really enjoyed our Intro to Watercolors class with Terry! It was me, my daughter and two granddaughters. She is a wonderful teacher and incredibly talented artist. Terry made the evening so much fun for all of us. I highly recommend her classes. In fact, we plan to sign up for advanced classes over the summer. I booked a watercolor class with Terry for my partner's birthday. It was so much more fun than I imagined! I am not artsy (but my partner is) so I was nervous I wouldn't be good at it. But Terry is such a good teacher that even I made art! She is a great mix of a kindergarten art teacher (for people like me) and a true professional artist (for people like my partner). We booked one session to start and see whether we would like it or be good at it and when we walked out we both said let's do more sessions! She is the best. So fun and learned legitimate art techniques to do more in our free time. SO worth it! Your will not regret booking a session with her!!!

For Carolina-related original artwork and other merchandise featuring the artwork of Wilmington, NC artist, Terry Ganey, shop www.terryganeystudio.com! Log In TERRY GANEY STUDIO LEARN Welcome to my studio, where creativity knows no bounds! If you're looking to your inner artist or reignite your passion for creating, you've come to the right place. Join me for private, one-on-one art lessons tailored just for you, and let’s bring your artistic vision to together. Embrace the journey of self-discovery through art! Start Today

Looking for that special, unique gift for that someone in your life that is hard to shop for? Purchase a gift card from Terry Ganey Studio, which can be used to purchase merchandise, prints, original artworks, or used towards a private lesson with artist & illustrator, Terry Ganey. eGift Card $65 You can't go wrong with a gift card! Choose an amount and write a personalized message to make this gift your own. ... Read more Amount $65 $240 Other amount Quantity Buy Now