Diane Palley
ABOUT THE ARTIST
An Artistic soul all her life, Diane began a serious career as an artist in college. She has grown artistically throughout her entire (-OMG- Very Long) life starting with block printing, discovering and innovating batik, falling in love with watercolor – and experiencing success with pastels, acrylics, oils and hand building in clay.
She brings with her an unparalleled skill as a Watercolor Instructor with her UNIQUE TEACHING METHOD. Diane has the ability to connect with diverse students and is committed to elevating the classes so that they are engaging and rewarding. She fosters a supportive and inspiring environment that is enjoyable to all skill levels – even the “I’m not artistic,” “I can’t draw a straight line” beginners. Her lessons give class painters some tried and true techniques, and each additional lesson brings more techniques, so eventually even new painters build enough methods to approach any subject they desire. Seasoned painters experience growth.
Along the way (if she remembers to enter a piece) her work has been awarded in Newport Beach, Studio City, Los Angeles and Del Mar, CA. Her works are held in the permanent collections of Home Savings and Loan, Price Waterhouse and Bank of America. Her work is also held by many Private Collectors around the world.
Over two decades ago, Diane was so fortunate to be chosen to teach on Cruise Ships and see so much of the world. Inspiration is everywhere! She continues to explore different media and techniques, and each project ramps up her enthusiasm. Her hope is that her art reflects her ongoing creativity, happy spirit and wish to spread joy.
