Student Spotlight: Dan Sheehan
- cassandra130
- May 24, 2024
- 1 min read
Meet longtime Sharon Art Studio member and student Dan Sheehan.
Dan is an 82 year old native San Franciscan, married 50 years to a wonderful wife with three children. Bachelor of Fine Arts degree 1966 San Francisco Art Institute. One year postgraduate work at Notre Dame de Namur in Art Therapy. One man photography show mid 1970’s. 40 years Postal Service. Retired 2007.
We recently interviewed Dan for our Student Spotlight series. Here’s a sneak peek at one of the questions!
Q: What’s the most difficult thing about figure drawing (or drawing in general)? What’s the most rewarding?
“Avoiding a sense of pointlessness, knowing that no one is particularly interested in your work yet continuing to draw or paint. Acknowledging that there are dead ends of explorations and finding new ones. Keep working your whole life. Once in a while you can surprise yourself. Continuing to draw and paint allows us to find our own voice and not aspire to be some other artist.”
Interested in the world of figure drawing this summer?
Join us for "Life Drawing" with Liz Murray on Wednesday mornings from 3-5:30pm or Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9pm. Carlo Grunfeld is teaching "Working with the Figure on Tuesday mornings from 10am-12:30pm.
Dan Sheehan’s journey as an artist is truly inspiring! His dedication and growth are evident, and it’s clear that his hard work is paying off. His story reminds me of the importance of preparation and continual improvement, whether in art or in other fields. Just as Dan has honed his craft, professionals in tech also need solid preparation for success. For those aiming for a front-end development role, front end interview preparation is key. Having the right resources and practice tools can make a big difference, ensuring you're ready to tackle interviews and showcase your skills effectively.