Experienced tutor in Drawing in Gaithersburg, Betsy offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

I have known Ms. Steel as an instructor for over 20 years. She has a unique and wonderful rapport with all of her students, and she is extraordinarily talented in connecting with them.
She has the ability to communicate concrete and abstract concepts in a friendly and encouraging manner. Presently she is providing art lessons to my 10-year-old granddaughter. My granddaughter who has ADHD is totally engaged in learning acrylic painting on canvas for several hours at a time. I highly recommend Ms. Steel as an art instructor.

Before this class I have never used watercolor before... so I was unaware of the techniques that came along with watercolor! Professor Steel helped me really get a grasp at the understanding of watercolor. She always made time for me to ask questions or when I needed the extra assistance! Highly recommend taking art classes with her!

I learned so much in Mrs. Steele’s watercolor 1 class. Much more than I thought possible. She gives good criticism, is always available if you need help, and encourages growth in all her students. I’m lucky to have had her as a professor.

She is an amazingly talented teacher
I have enjoyed every moment of our lessons

Challenged to paint in different styles. Encouraged to find a variety of subjects. Shown different techniques to make paintings more interesting.

She is a wonderful teacher. She works with you, wherever you are in the process. She encourages everyone to try, and gives great, personal feedback.

She’s an extremely supportive mentor even beyond the classroom. She’ll tell you exactly where you have room to grow while letting you know the progress you’ve already made. Introduces to you new techniques and styles and encourages you to work outside of your comfort zone. Extremely outgoing, awesome experience in her class overall.