General responses to Classes and Workshops

“I’ve spent over 35 years in education.  I’ve never met or experienced as gifted a teacher as Tricia. She is truly exceptional.”

“This teacher is very well wised in her craft and is a master educator. She is positive in her ways and encourages her students to be brave in their efforts”

“Tricia is an instructor who enjoys her subject and the progress of her students. What a joy to learn in such an environment”

“I love taking classes with Tricia, she explains things so well. My finished work has improved tremendously since working with her. Thank you Tricia”

“Tricia is a fabulous teacher – fun and able to convey ‘how to’ in a clear manner. Always willing to help and give positive feedback. Delightful.”

“Outstanding, wonderful teacher – excellent class! Tricia is very patient and brings a calming presence to painting”

“Tricia is an unusual and wonderful combination, a fantastic artist and wonderful teacher, even for beginners”

“I have learned so much and I feel that I’ve learned more from Tricia than from all my prior art classes and books combined. She demystifies a lot of the process of painting and thoughtfully shares her extensive knowledge”

“There are no bad artists or discouraged artists in Tricia’s classes. I don’t know how she does it, but everyone leaves feeling competent and enthused”

“Tricia loves what she does and her enthusiasm is contagious. I love that in a teacher”

“Tricia Reichert was absolutely superb! prepared, knowledgeable, charming, talented and very encouraging. Thank you for such a positive experience”

“A super teacher – knowledgeable, kind, extremely helpful and funny too. Loved it.”

“Well paced. Tricia was amazing. She was very knowledgeable, patient and helpful.”

“This teacher is very positive and encouraging. She is extremely well organized and is able to vary her class to fill individual needs. Is able to simplify complex subjects into small steps so the student is not overwhelmed”

“Tricia Reichert is a wonderful instructor. She is honest in a kind and positive way and always shows how to make paintings better”

“Tricia is an amazing instructor, listener and enthusiastic and loves what she does. This is my goal-“

“Tricia is so knowledgeable and articulate”

“Tricia’s classes are truly inspiring. She is supportive, no matter your skill level and always helpful in solving any problems. Techniques become clear with her guidance”

“Tricia enjoys teaching others; evident from the ‘joy’ she expressed when students demonstrated understanding the information. Thank you Tricia”

“Tricia makes learning fun!

“Tricia takes you from the basics all the way to advanced”

“Tricia is a superior teacher whether in print, DVD or in person”

“Tricia is an excellent teacher and explains things in a very thorough, logical way”

“Tricia did a great diplomatic job of helping each student at different stages and ability – Thank you”

“Tricia is encouraging, makes me feel good about the direction of my work” “Fantastic class. Excellent instructor”

“Best teacher in the world. She’s gifted and all students engaged and successful. It’s pure pleasure being in her class”.

“Great instructor, well prepared, very personable and helpful.” “Tricia is the best. She is able to break down a painting and show how to paint it step by step. She gives clear responses to students’ questions, which seems to be uncommon with art instructors.”

“Fun and informative! -Great to know in advance what specific materials are needed -Teacher is skilled in making adults behave (cellphones, too many questions)”.

Tricia Reichert is a fine teacher: organized, enthusiastic, accomplished and kind. I would recommend her classes to anyone interested in developing their artistic skills.

Your classes are fabulous. You are not only a master artist, but are an outstanding teacher. Having been an elementary teacher for 33 years, I especially appreciate your can do attitude, patience, organizational ability, encouragement, and sequencing of skills. Nancy Milie

 Some specific student responses to classes and workshops

“Again, I have to tell you how absolutely fabulous you are as a teacher:  to say nothing of your “Disney” brush work.  I am in awe of your talent and most appreciative of your teaching talent, organization, time and attention to what you are doing and the effort you put into each class.  You are rare and remarkable. With admiration and appreciation”.  Lynne N

“Being in your home and in the workshop this week-end was a real delight for me. I appreciate your clear and organized presentation, all of the supplies you made available for me to try, the attention you brought to each participant, the relaxed and loving space you created for the workshop. It was so valuable for me to see how you approach a problem and work. I loved the workshop room and set up, the way the kitchen served as a spot to regroup, relax and replenish as needed, and your studio, organized and full of complete and in process work, was really an inspiration to me, in fact your entire home, and you, are an inspiration to me. Thank you. I look forward to meeting and working with you again”  Kathi S

“I thought your workshop in Tuscany was perfect; I wouldn’t have changed One thing! Your techniques and teaching methods are right on! You inspire and encourage us without pushing or berating. Could not ask for more”. Mary W

“I want to thank you for your encouragement and instructions as I began my first ever art attempt. I will always remember the wonderful experiences I had with you”. Phyllis B

“I just wanted to thank you for providing a wonderful opportunity for all of us who participated in the Italian painting opportunity.   All and all, I thought it was a wonderful trip.  Thank you for adding to my list of wonderful experiences I have had in my life and for being such a great art teacher”.  Jayne E

“Thank you again for a wonderful time, I learned so much from you and it rekindled my love in drawing and painting”. Patricia T

“I will miss the wonder of your teaching this session.  You have really added a special dimension to how I look at the colors of the world and all the delights of watercolor”. Abbie M

“Thank you for Saturday’s Workshop. Once, again, you stretched me and pulled out wells of creativity I can’t seem to tap my own. Half way through the process I feel frustrated and want to start over but you always know how to get me over the hump and produce something I like”. Lynn E

“I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for the classes, they have been amazing, full of instruction and much angst for me, but I love the challenges and the subjects we paint!

I feel I have greatly improved as a WC painter since I started taking the classes.

Thank you for being such an organized, thoughtful and inspiring teacher!”  Judith S

“Tricia Reichert is a uniquely competent, professional instructor. She handles all levels of student ability with ease and is such an expert! She has the most pleasant demeanor and teaching style. I’d take any class she offered. I see learning from her as a once in a lifetime experience and I feel very fortunate to have this opportunity”. Anne C

“I just wanted to pass along a note of gratitude for the great portrait class.  As before, you were the master teacher and I learned a lot.  Pedagogically, you have consistently been one of the best teachers (of anything) that I’ve ever had. Thank you” BK R