“20 years ago a friend of mine insisted I go to a demonstration by Robert Garden.  It turned out to be the event that changed my life. Even though I had been painting for a few years I could never seem to get it right. It took forever to finish a painting. After taking Robert’s class I became inspired and worked diligently to perfect what he taught me.  In particular, his knowledge of color.

After a few months of practice people started asking me to teach them. I had no confidence or thought of teaching but after several more people asking me I decided that I knew enough basics to be able to help them. This led to teaching classes 4 times a week.  Each time I taught a class I would understand a little more and could pass that knowledge on to my students.  Teaching was a learning tool and I grew to absolutely love it.

I am currently in Nashville painting a mural on a barn.  Something for all the world to see. I began as a reluctant student and became a successful artist. Thank you, Robert Garden. My students thank you.” ~ Janet Murphy