Prior to retirement from teaching, Barbara Benjamin began participating in oil painting workshops with local artists at the Wallkill River School in Montgomery, New York. During her quest to become a more knowledgeable painter, she signed up for a workshop in California with colorist, Camille Przewodek. With Camille’s influence and additional classes with colorist Julie Hanson of Sarasota, Florida, Barbara was hooked on color temperature and value.
In addition, she loves to paint “en plein air.” Being surrounded by the natural environment is very stimulating. For her the color and values come alive. Also, she enjoys the camaraderie with other artists.
In 2011, Barbara began painting with watercolor. She loves the loose feeling in her brushstrokes when she paints florals and landscapes. Her painting has been influenced by local teachers Steve Blumenthal, Janet Campbell, and Pat Morgan. In Florida, she has taken workshops with Jack Nolan and Janet Rogers.
Barbara’s paintings are in many private collections throughout the United States.
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