Discover your artistic potential in this hands-on course designed for beginners and advanced students alike. Led by James Warwick, a seasoned illustrator with over 50 years of professional experience and 20 years teaching, this class offers personalized instruction to help you create vibrant, professional-quality artwork. Explore the expressive world of pastels, learning techniques in still life, figurative, and landscape art, with expert guidance on choosing the right paper and materials. For acrylic painters, the course focuses on mastering essential skills such as color mixing, accurate rendering, and abstract expression. Bring your creativity and reference images as you develop your style in a supportive environment. New students can share previous work for tailored feedback. Whether you want to refine your skills or start fresh, this course offers an inspiring journey into the joys of painting with pastels and acrylics. Join us and unlock your inner artist! Space is limited.

James Warwick is an adjunct professor at Florida International University and founder of Drawing for Longevity, a pioneering art-based program designed to improve memory, cognition, and hand-eye coordination. With over 50 years in art and design and seven years teaching cognitive enhancement, he combines his expertise to create innovative, non-pharmacological interventions that support brain health and dementia prevention.