Chelsea Classical Studio Nyc
DOMINIQUE MEDICI Is a Figurative Artist specializing in both Egg Tempera and Oil Painting. She studied in London and has exhibited internationally, including Art in Action, Royal Society of Portrait Painters, Christies Young Artist Exhibition and the Society of Portrait Painters. Medici has been a semi-finalist in both the Outwin Boochevor Portrait Completion and BP Portrait Prize and has received awards from The Portrait Society of America, Oil Painters of America, Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club among others. Dominique has undertaken numerous international portrait commissions and her work in displayed in many private collections throughout the US and Europe, Dominique has a passion for teaching and has taught extensively both privately and publicly. “I love working from life with direct observation because it is tangible and concrete. However, there is something that lies behind the obvious, a sense of mystery and wonder.
Whether it is the model in the studio, a stream in woods or a crowded downtown scene, life has a sparkle and shimmer, I love connecting with that and trying to get an expression of it directly in my work. I am always searching for a quality of stillness in my work. There is a profound and serene joy that washes over when the boundary between subject and object is lost. My hope is that my viewers get a sense of this when looking at my work”—Dominique Medici. What People are Saying: Dominique's speed-painting portrait demonstration was crystal clear, well-paced, and thoroughly planned. Rarely do we get to enjoy truly masterful teaching of such complex processes with the clarity and well-defined procedures as we witnessed in today's demonstration.
Dominique is a master-both as an artist and as a great teacher.Joyce “I immensely enjoyed your class and learned so muchthe way you explain things, you have a real gift.” -Lipa I am so grateful for your classes Dominique. Your ability to break the process down in a detailed way demystifies drawing and painting.
Your honesty and humility come through on every level.Will “From the luscious, inspiring demo, to the well thought out method of guiding you through techniques at a digestible pace, her instruction is insightful and empathetic. She's the rare personality of a teacher who can build your skills with joy instead of frustration.” -Jean “Dominique’s workshop was very stimulating and challenging. Her structured approach to developing the painting really hit me and will revolutionize how I paint. No other workshop showed start to finish this way. Great job!” -Karmen “Dominique’s teaching style makes it possible to really learn and improve.
Her calm, organized approach instills confidence and she provides clear, honest and appropriate feedback and suggestions. I look forward to another class from her!” -Mary “For a beginner, I learned the most fundamental knowledge of portrait painting from Dominique.” -Barbara “Dominique did a remarkable demonstration of alla prima. Her painting was done in a series of mere moments.
We could all watch the progression of steps, and how quickly they could - could - be done. The majority of the time she was totally available to help us.
Chelsea Classical Studio Nyc 2017
My favorite aspect was her palette: primaries and secondaries, simply organized, versatile, and good for any subject, studio or plein-air. This was dramatically different from what I have encountered before as a student. Her palette emboldens me, a watercolor painter, and now an aspiring alla prima painter! “ -Amos “Dominique was positive and encouraging. She has a gentle teaching style that encourages you to see the concepts that you need to work on.” -Martha “Changed my whole outlook, glad I am learning from NYC best kept secret.” -Jaron “Thouroughly prepared. Wonderful encouraging manner. Addressed different skill levels adroitly and politely, Great job!” -Ellen “Beginning to feel that I may actually “get this”and relax and enjoy painting.” -Kristen “As a first time oil painter, I’m so glad to have the type of personal attention Dominique offers.” -Carolyn “Excellent presentation and philosophical at the same timerecommend Dominique’s class to any artist wishing to climb up the art ladder.” -John This class really gave me the opportunity to lean the power and advantage of a limited palette.
Because of this I thoroughly know the colors and compliments and how if placed correctly takes realism to the next level -Eugene Dominique is a extremely sensitive, responsive, informative and gifted teacher.Mary Grace Dominique is a great instructor, who gives helpful critiques to everyone of her students while guiding them through the process of painting. Great Demos too. You are basically guaranteed to learn something in her workshop -Sarah Dominique teaches a structured approach to painting, that while keeping you focused on the bid picture aspects, takes a lot of the mystery out of oil painting. I made enormous improvements over the five sessions. Amazing value for money!