T E S T I M O N I A L S

"I will never look at the world in the same way again."
—Roberta Conroy, Palm Springs, CA

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"Suzanne is an amazing teacher who anchors her talent with a warriors heart. Just when you think you'll never be able to do it, she offers up some wonderful wisdom that perks you up and moves you forward."
—Cathleen Smith, Nashville, TN

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"Suzanne is an effective teacher and coach. She has the ability to see a situation clearly and helps you do the same. She is smart, honest and discerning - able
to give constructive instruction in a non-threatening and non-demeaning manner.
Not only can she clarify a dilemma, but Suzanne presents
good suggestions for a path forward." 
—Carol Ezell-Gilson, Charleston, SC

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"I started out feeling quite inadequate over my artistic ability, but wanted to improve.
I struggled with negative self-judgments. Suzanne was consistently supportive, and the structure of her courses helped me do things that I never quite had the courage to try. From there, her group coaching course brought together all kinds of practices and experiences, much of it focusing on awareness, mindfulness, extreme self-care, and expanding my experience of life to include the senses and physical activity as well as envisioning outcomes, self-acceptance, and much, much more.

"By working together through private coaching sessions, I made progress towards my life goals thanks to Suzanne's efforts (and mine, too). I have greater self-confidence with my art efforts; I now believe it is possible to reach my goals; I no longer have to be "perfect", I can risk change. I am building up many healthy habits that will support my efforts in the future.

"Throughout it all, Suzanne was always supportive, accepting, understanding. And she brings to her work a wide array of resources, references, and points of view. I feel grateful to have had her support all along the way." --Linda Evans, Prineville, OR

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"I feel like working with Suzanne was such a positive experience for me and it's absolutely changed my life! I feel so awakened and open and just so ready to move on to the next thing. So optimistic about the coming year. I'm really grateful for the coaching class and consider it one of my great successes this year." 
—Andie Roberts, Nashville, TN

"As I am beginning to see, all of this is a process and practice is the key.  While I have played and "practiced"  on my own or with the help of "how to" art books, they did not afford me the keys to the castle.  The strategies you have taught so far are insightful, and building the solid groundwork for my eventual success at this endeavor.  I am learning the right way to practice and it is so much fun!  

"There is skill, talent and, most importantly, an art to sharing what you know and do so well with someone who doesn't know anything at all. You are a master."  —Lynne Holland, online student, Nashville, TN

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"Suzanne's course is the best gift I have given myself. I have learned so much about observation, taking time to really look at something. Her course has helped me develop an awareness of the world through an artist's eyes.

"Working with Suzanne has been an artistic growing experience. I have learned so much! I'm so impressed with the way she has set up our class. Her instructions are very clear, and everything makes sense from one lesson to the next. She keeps telling us how well we're doing, and I wanted to say how well she does as a teacher." --Suzanne Mather Cohen, Bloomsburg, PA ​

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"When I was sick, my husband tried his best to get me involved in art again as a way of healing but I had completely lost my touch and could not do it. During the latter stages of my illness, I was unable to use my hands very well and for a year now I have regained my strength and use of my hands and legs.

With Suzanne’s expertise and guidance, I have finally gotten back into painting and doing something I really enjoy! This is a really big deal to me and my family considering where I was 2 years ago. We never thought this would be possible. I really like Suzanne’s style of work and the fact that she is so passionate about what she does. She has made a huge impact on my life and has given me joy in art again!"
--Lisa Satterfield Shank, Raleigh, NC

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"Thanks for breaking my "I can't" barriers. You have changed my life for the better forever." —Jan Adams, Mankato, MN

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"I am loving your guidance and wonderful gifts of art and teaching! Thanks so much, first of all, for your endless patience and careful, gentle, teaching style. It comes from a beautiful soul, and such marvelous talent! I have also enjoyed meeting and sharing time with the other students. 

"It has been a grand start personally for me in a new direction. Reflecting what I see, and hopefully improving the degree to how I see, will be a delight and challenge for a long time. Thank you so much for giving yourself to me. This will continue to be a beautiful gift."  —Ann Harris, Nashville, TN