Fran Mann Goodman
Dear Fran ,
I am writing to let you know how much I enjoy your art class on Zoom.
I love your format:
You start with an introduction to an artist, usually unknown to me but fascinating. Each artist has their own technique and work; they differ but they are all marvelous and interesting. Obviously, your research is extensive, and you work so hard to keep the artists you choose to review diverse and interesting. This is hard research work on your part and is greatly appreciated.
Since starting your class last September, I have learned so much and come so far, and generally have a new appreciation of art. it has brought me so much joy and a new zest for life. I look forward to every class and producing my art. I am beginning to dream of what I will do next. I love your way of giving “soft” critiques – and never feel lectured. You have a gift – a gentle and expert way about you. Your teaching style is special and appreciated.
Although I am still challenged by abstract expressionism, and wish to paint more in that style, I am learning so much by painting in so many varied styles, channeling artists who paint in so many genres. I know I will be able to use these techniques in all my future work. You and the class inspire me to paint and try new things. What more could anyone want from a class? The participants learn from each other too, and that is a wondrous thing.
I hope to continue working with you and taking your class for a very, very long time. Thank you.
With appreciation and fondness,
Pam E, retired attorney
Hi Fran,
When I first called you regarding your classes, I really had no clue what modern art is or better to say abstract art is. With each and every class I feel that I am growing in knowledge and understanding and this is coming from a person who painted palm trees, and each leaf was detailed, each trunk look almost perfect. It was very restricting and very frustrating at times. Painting with you over the years I can say I learned to be free. I am able to pay from my heart without being restricted.
It is wonderful to work with a group of women who try to express themselves with paint, color and shapes. It's nice to hear critiques from fellow artists every week. I'm looking forward to our next class and exploring a new artist and his or hers techniques and then experimenting with new brushes and mediums. 1 Million Thanks!!
Clara S.
Hi Fran.
It has been a delight being in your class. Besides being a wonderful
artist in your own right, with many accolades to your credit, I feel that you are also a most inspiring teacher. Although I have had some background in art when I first started your class, I had never painted abstractly. Since then I have learned a great deal from you. I am now excited and feel very positive about my work. You have accomplished this in many ways, your soft but helpful critiquing encouraged me to think about what I wanted to accomplish and ways to go about this. I know that you work hard in preparing for each class, researching artists and bringing in pictures for discussion. This inspires us to explore non-representational painting techniques that could be used in our own work. I very much look forward to continuing in your class.
Thanks,
Jarrett G.