Dorothy Dent's Certification Program
The
long-awaited Dorothy Dent Certification Program has now become a
reality! Consisting of three 1-week, in-depth training sessions, this
series of classes will specialize in hands-on personal attention from
Dorothy Dent, named one of the Top Ten Decorative Artists in the
nation, and #1 in Landscape by Decorative Artists Workbook.
The program is open to all painters...those who may wish to teach for
fun and/or profit, as well as those who want to earn Certification for
their own personal satisfaction. Whether each individual decides
to teach or not, this will be an opportunity to learn new, unique
methods of painting, make new friends with similar interests, and
leave with beautiful artwork. Another possibility would be to start a
whole new career!
The DDCI
Certification program is actually a two-step process. The first step
is to complete all three course levels in the program...Crystal I,
Amethyst II, and Diamond III. Attending all 3 weeks does NOT
necessarily mean a student will be given a DDCI Teaching Certificate.
At the conclusion of the Diamond Level, Dorothy has a private
conference with each student to encourage their artistic development,
and give suggestions for improvement if needed. She then personally
decides, on an individual basis, if a person has reached the skill
levels necessary to receive the DDCI Teaching Certificate. These
Certificates will be mailed out to those who have successfully
completed all aspects of the program, and achieved high proficiency in
all Dorothy Dent techniques. Everyone is encouraged to continue to
work on their Certification by bringing in their work or sending
photos, or taking classes in our Continuing Education Program, or any
other classes of interest.
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CRYSTAL
LEVEL ONE
March 12-16, 2012 |
AMETHYST
LEVEL TWO
July 30-Aug 3, 2012 |
DIAMOND
LEVEL THREE
December 3-7, 2012 |
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Introduction to Landscape Painting |
Intermediate/Pre-Certification
(Prerequisite - Crystal Level) |
Advanced/Teacher
Certification
(Prerequisite - Crystal & Amethyst Levels) |
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The focus of this
first Certification week will be a study of basic color theory, including color
mixing and painting a color wheel. Simple
perspective drawing will be taught. Students will also
learn how the correct color values create depth in painting, and
how to develop a strong focal point in the piece. Each
person should develop his/her own skills in painting various
objects normally found in nature and landscape. The first
two days will be devoted to these subjects, and to practicing
techniques to further develop individual talents. The last
three days students will complete 3 paintings depicting
different seasons, using their own personal abilities, to be
reviewed by Dorothy |
This week begins
with a review of the various landscape techniques learned in the
Crystal Level, building on that knowledge, with more emphasis on
intense personal instruction in any problem areas. Student
should bring paintings completed at home, for critique by
Dorothy, to see how each individual's skills are developing.
These should be painted from a Dorothy Dent packet or book.
Dorothy will offer suggestions for improvement and/or
correction. Three more landscape paintings with new
subject matter will also be completed during this week. |
During this
final week of Certification, there will be a review of basic
skills for any problem areas students may be having. Three
additional paintings of a more advanced nature will be
completed. Again, there will be a critique of work brought
from home. An in depth discussion of "The Art and Business
of Teaching", with emphasis on how to set up classes, what it
takes to be a good instructor, and handling proper class
etiquette will be included, as well as purchasing Dorothy Dent
materials at discount prices. Diamond Lever Certificates
will be awarded after a private
conference with Dorothy. DDCI
Teacher Level Certificates will be mailed out at a later date to
those who have achieved high skill levels in all Dorothy Dent
techniques. |
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Class
fees - $500 per session, plus supplies, with $150 deposit. If
student cancels up to 30 days before class date, a $50 service
fee will be withheld on refund unless we can fill the spot from
the waiting list. No refund on cancellations in last 30 days
prior to class unless we can fill the spot from the waiting
list. If class is cancelled by Dorothy Dent, all monies will be
refunded to students. |
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A PERSONAL NOTE FROM DOROTHY DENT
I
hope to see many of you in my Certification Program...it has
taken untold hours of preparation and thought to initiate this
series of classes. I believe you will gain many benefits from
these intense study sessions. It is my goal to personally work
with each student to develop their own special skills as an
artist and teacher. The more we learn, the better we can
be...May each of us strive to be all that we can... Dorothy Dent |
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Certified Instructors |
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