Sharing my knowledge with students and mentoring artists is my passion. As a classically trained artist, I can lead the way to drawing and painting mastery via private instruction and mentoring classes and make your journey fun and exciting.
Canton Museum of Art
NEW! "Drawing 1: Line and Shape"
8-week Class Series guided by Lynda Rimke, instructor
Thursdays: August 20 – October 8, 1-3:00 pm
Learn simple line drawing from life to capture what inspires you, and master fundamental concepts that make for successful artistic expression. Gain knowledge of line, shape, measuring and composition with gesture drawing and formal drawing techniques. Explore ink pens, pencil and charcoal and create the habit of using a sketchbook for continued practice and notes. Life subjects will include still-life, interior perspective, plants and trees and sculptures throughout the museum. Registration includes drawing tools and a sketchbook, although students are encouraged to bring their own materials if preferred. All skill levels welcome. Ages 16+
Member $156 | $187 10 seats available
All supplies provided: including Canson sketchbook. pencils and pens
For artists of all levels, ages 16+. Ten seats available. Enroll at
https://www.cantonart.org/classes/drawing-i-line-shape-and-composition
Canton Museum of Art
NEW! "Drawing 2: Shadow and Form"
8-week Class Series guided by Lynda Rimke, instructor
Thursdays: August 20 – October 8, 3:30-5:30 pm
Build on your knowledge of line, shape, measuring and composition with new drawing methods using shadow shapes to render form. Master value studies from life: the gradations of shading which are the foundation for painting with color. The last class will have access to explore colored pastels. Life subjects will include still-life, interior perspective, plants and trees and sculptures throughout the museum and a self-portrait session. Registration includes charcoal and toned papers, although students are encouraged to bring their own materials if preferred. All skill levels welcome but previous drawing experience is preferred. Ages 16+
Member $156 | $187 10 seats available
All supplies provided: including Canson sketchbook. pencils and pens
For artists of all levels, ages 16+. Ten seats available. Enroll at
https://www.cantonart.org/classes/drawing-ii-shadow-and-form
Past Classes at the Canton Museum of Art
Canton Museum of Art "Drawing with Color"
6-week Pastel Class Series guided by Lynda Rimke, instructor
Tuesdays: January 6 – February 10, 12:30-2pm
Looking to capture color in the moment without the mess of paints? Learn to transform dry pastel pigments into vibrant, dynamic compositions using the right values, shapes and colors to evoke a spectrum of light, shadow and emotion.
$275, approximately $46/class ($229 Members, approximately $38/class)
All supplies provided: including 96-color Prismacolor Premier NuPastel boxed set ($100 value), Canson Mi-tientes fine art papers and more!
For artists of all levels, ages 16+. Ten seats available.
Canton Museum of Art
NEW! "Essentials of Drawing"
6-week Drawing Class Series
Tuesdays: January 6 – February 10, 2:30-4:30pm
This 6-week course for all skill levels covers representational drawing fundamentals, emphasizing its foundation of all visual art. Ideal for students with previous drawing experience, Lynda teaches observational techniques to enhance creative self-expression and accuracy. All skill levels welcome.
$156 (approximately $26/class)
$130 Members (approximately $22/class)
All supplies provided
For artists of all levels, ages 16+. Ten seats available.
Now offering Private lessons in All Media
$40 per 2hr session at my home or $50 at yours
Pursue your passion with guided drawing and painting sessions on projects of your choosing. Lynda will offer individualized positive encouragement and the insights needed on your work to move forward at your best pace. The use of a sketchbook to hone drawing skills and develop painting ideas is encouraged.
Inquire for this or future offerings by emailing lyndarimke@gmail.com
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Future offerings may include
Calligraphy
Beginning script calligraphy for the non-calligrapher, calligraphy marker and handouts provided.
Nature Journal
Take your sketchbook outdoors and record the wonders of creation. The more you look, the more you will be amazed. The more you capture with pencil, and watercolor the more you will appreciate how complex and miraculous life on earth really is.
Figure Drawing from the Human Model
No instruction, just drawing or painting the model in various settings with complementary lighting effects agreed upon by the group. A $10 model fee is payable at the beginning of the session.