With the busy lives most of us live today, we have very little time for true self-expression.

When we become involved in painting, time seems to stand still. For those of us who have difficulty meditating because our brain jumps all over the place, painting is the perfect form of meditation. This non-stressful activity allows us to drift into a meditative state. Our concentration, flow, and self-expression become so focused, other thoughts dissipate.

Many people believe they aren’t creative and often say they can’t even draw a stick figure. Somewhere along the line, they’ve bought into the “I’m not good enough” philosophy. Everyone started somewhere and most of us weren’t very good in the beginning. Stop judging. Every person’s self-expression is different. It can’t be compared to anyone else’s.

Art is very personal. It’s each person’s expression of something inside. We learn to trust our intuition and listen to our soul. The most important thing is that we step outside our comfort zones and try something new. The process of creation is what gives us the greatest benefit.

Art is the gift you give yourself. It’s the gift of being in the present.

Judi Moreo will be teaching art at UNLV Continuing Education summer school and during the fall semester.

The following is the class schedule. If you are interested in attending you can register via judimoreo.com/unlv or searching the UNLV website for the UNLV Continuing Education Art Course Registration or via phone at 702-895-3394. To register online, students must create a Continuing Ed. account & provide their contact information.

Summer 2021 Courses
(7/31 – 8/28)

Impressionism, Expressionism & Abstracts
Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Course Fee: $139

Introduction to Still Life (in Acrylic)
Saturdays from 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Course Fee: $139

Fall 2021 Courses
(10/9 – 11/6)

Impressionism, Expressionism & Abstracts
Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Course Fee: $139

Introduction to Still Life (in Acrylic)
Saturdays from 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Course Fee: $139

Susan G. Berger is a painter and jewelry designer living in Las Vegas, NV.

Originally from Chicago, IL, she studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and then at the American Academy of Art. Upon moving to Las Vegas, Susan extended her studies to include acrylic and abstract painting with artist, Judi Moreo.

Inspired by mix mediums, she has experimented with charcoal, scratch board, pencil, and water color. Today, she finds the most happiness with the flexibility and dramatic physicality of acrylic.

Painting both realist impression and abstract, signature colors and influence of hues make her work instantly recognizable. Susan’s paintings are available for sale and to collect as authentic original acrylic on canvas and as limited edition gicleé prints.

Her original paintings are in private collections here in the United States.

Judith August is no newcomer to the world of art. As a young woman she studied art at UCLA. When her family moved to New Orleans in 1970, she created the first Cosmetic Boutique, LETS FACE IT, and went on to develop her own line of cosmetics, Judith August Cosmetic Solutions.

A successful business woman and make up artist, Judith designed and produced corrective cosmetic products for women and taught the art of application. After thirty-five years and a move to Las Vegas, she sold that company, and has pursued her love of art by studying acrylic and abstract art with Judi Moreo.

This article originally appeared in the Summer 2021 issue of CHOICES Magazine