“Ken’s course really improved my technical drawing skills, and it was also very enjoyable! I found the course material to be very interesting and Ken has a great teaching style!”
— BELLA BISHOP“I really appreciated the Athenaeum adapting to Zoom during the covidl9 crisis, so that artists could continue learning and taking classes.”
— JOANN SIEGFRIED“Anyone who is interested in drawing and painting the human form would enjoy Ken Goldman's classes. From beginners to more advanced students his classes are invaluable based on a lifetime of learning and practicing his craft.”
— INGRID TURNER“This course was transformative! I now have a greater appreciation of the human form and its gestures as well as more confidence in my ability to draw.”
— NANCY WILLS“Ken Goldman is great artist and instructor. He excels at teaching all levels of students with his encouraging comments. He is a devoted teacher and all styles will flourish.”
— JUNE RUBIN“I can't believe how my skills improved in just 6 weeks as a result of Ken's instruction. Really A+ level class and I'm very appreciative.”
— CINDY PURVANCE“This course helps you master technical drawing skills and inspires you with its creative content!”
— BELLA BISHOP“I'm a beginner but took some drawing classes at NYC's Arts Students' League. Having recently moved back to San Diego, I found Ken Goldman's class online. It was very educational, and I also liked Ken's patient approach. It's got me excited for more Athenaeum classes to continue my exploration of art as well as re-ground myself in the community.”
— CHRISTOPHER KEARNS“Ken is one of the best teachers I've had to date. Totally competent, and able to translate this to others. I will always try to take any class he offers if I possibly can.”
— ELLEN GOULD“Having Zoom classes with Ken & Stephanie has been an absolute life-saver during this crazy pandemic. Even the occasional technological glitch hasn’t phased them, or the students. Ken and Stephanie always find something creative and positive and their classes are so rewarding. Ken has a great way of finding the positives in your work and using that to develop other strengths.”
— STEPHANIE FRIEDRICH“Art Classes on Zoom offer greater flexibility. The instruction is both personal and inspiring. You can watch the instructor do their demonstration and do your own painting at will going back and forth without hesitation. Individual critiques and group critiques are up to you. Great versatility.”
— NANCY PHILLIPS“It is so comfortable working in my own studio and taking a class. I have a large monitor and Zoom has worked out flawlessly. You can click on any of the other participants and see what they are doing and also watch the instructor demos. And no parking issues!”
— JAIN MALKIN“I have been thrilled to be able to take their classes (just finishing Ken’s class, and adding Stephanie’s at the end of the month). I live in Orange County and am not able to attend local San Diego classes. This was a marvelous opportunity for me to study with these two wonderful artists from the comfort of my own home. I really enjoyed the Zoom format. In our class we had a different live model each week. Our teacher worked alongside us, demonstrating as we sketched/painted. We could watch him as well as work ourselves. He was available to help with any questions and look at our work. It was a wonderful experience. What a gift! Thanks to the Athenaeum!”
— INGRID TURNER (SPRING 2020)“I highly recommend Ken Goldman’s classes. He is tops in understanding the figure and how to draw or paint it, no matter your style or medium. He is helpful with ideas and comments that encourage the growth in your work.”
— INGRID TURNER (FALL 2020)