I'm pleased to share that I have two paintings included in the Ridgewood Art Institute’s 72nd Annual Sponsor Show, on view now through May 2, 2025. This long-running exhibition is a special tradition at the Institute—an opportunity for artists and instructors to contribute original, framed works in support of the...
March 14 – April 25, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, March 14 | 6 – 8 PM I’m excited to have my painting Streak of Blue included in IWD: The Modern Female, a figurative painting exhibition celebrating the strength, resilience, and presence of women. Curated by Amy Glovinsky, this show features a dynamic...
RAI: Floral and Still Life Oil Painting Wednesday Daytime, 10:00am – 1:00pm Starting February 5, 2025 Led by Stephanie Deshpande, this class will focus on painting floral and still life oil paintings. Participants will explore foundational techniques such as composition, comparative measurement, values, edges, and color relationships. The class will emphasize the interplay...
I'm thrilled to announce that four of my paintings have been selected as semi-finalists in the 17th ARC Salon and will be included in the Lunar Codex! In collaboration with the Art Renewal Center (ARC), the Lunar Codex will archive all 1,970+ semi-finalist works from the 17th ARC Salon. My...
Mastering the Art of Painting Garden Roses: 5-Week Online Course Five Sessions: Tuesdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, and 8, 2024 7:00pm - 9:30pm EDT Stephanie Deshpande will lead a 5-week Zoom class focused on capturing the beauty of roses using oil paint. Participants will develop the skills to portray these delicate...
Painting Garden Roses: 3-Day Workshop Online Three Sessions: July 8, 10, and 12, 2024. 7:00pm - 9:30pm EDT Stephanie Deshpande will lead a 3-session Zoom class focused on capturing the ephemeral beauty of roses using oil colors. Through her guidance, participants will develop the skills to portray these delicate flowers, with an emphasis...