Lena Leszczynski

Credentials:

M.A. in Art Education, Simon Fraser University, 2008

B.F.A., Emily Carr University, 1998

1976 - 1977: Full-time studies, Philosophy and Buddhism, University of Toronto

1974 - 1975: Full-time studies and practice, Zen Mission Society, Mt. Shasta, Ca.

ENJOY the numerous benefits of art-making with a highly experienced and extremely effective teacher. Small, friendly, semi-private classes (2 - 3 students only) allow for maximum individual guidance and personally customized support. Develop skills through solid, step-by-step curriculum. Skilled, supportive and non-judgmental instructor demonstrates every detail and aspect of the work with patience & humour.

Start dates may vary, depending on enrolment. Courses can be scheduled any time two or more students are enrolled.

PRIVATE, one-to-one classes are also available, as are full-day classes, Intermediate-level courses & flexible scheduling. Total beginners and seniors are very welcome!

LENA LESZCZYNSKI (MA, SFU '08; BFA, Emily Carr University, '98) has exhibited her paintings extensively in BC. and Ontario. During her 20-year teaching career, she has taught at Emily Carr University, the Vancouver Academy of Art, the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, the McMichael Gallery in Kleinburg Ontario (where she also served as Artist In Residence), as well as numerous community centres & public schools in Toronto & Vancouver. She recently completed a Master's degree in Art Education at SFU. Thesis title: “A/Maturity in Art: On Instructing the Novice Midlife Painter”. For her complete Curriculum Vitae please visit www.lenasartstudio.com.

Lena says: "I've been painting since childhood, and teaching adults since 1989. I especially enjoy working with very small groups of adult beginners. I like to say, 'I'm a gardener; I grow painters.' Feedback from hundreds of students has consistently been very positive.

I have exhibited and sold numerous works in both acrylic and oil, in BC and Ontario. As a colourist painter, I enjoy a variety of approaches, from lyrical abstraction to expressionism, though I mainly teach realism in painting".

STUDENT FEEDBACK: “I am really enjoying the class and Lena's teaching style. Everything has exceeded my expectations.” – Michael S. “I’m so glad I picked up your flyer!”- Mike R. “Lena is very aware of everything we do, and is most encouraging every step of the way. Every question is answered with patience and care.” – BJO. “Lena’s step-by-step approach greatly demystified painting for me, with visible improvement-- even after 4 years of art school”- Diana S. "I really learned a lot!" - Chris T. "Lena's the best teacher I've ever had in any subject" - Dorothy P.