Diane Firtell

"Diane has my endorsement!"

"Diane is amazing. You should definitely check her out."

"I like Diane’s teaching style; she explains things very well & she is patient with her students. Diane has also worked with so many different materials throughout her years as a working artist, so she has a lot of knowledge & experience to draw from. "

"Diane Firtell is not only a fantastic artist but a wonderful person. I have framed many pieces of her art and all I can say is her work is stunning ! Please don not pass up an opportunity to meet her or purchase her work. You will enjoy the art for a lifetime. "

"an artist of many diverse talents."

"Diane is a competent, reliable and a pleasure to work with!"

"I have witnessed Diane's process over the years and delight in her ability to
delve into the unknown and arrive at a new experience in creativity ."

"Diane’s botanical paintings are lush, fluid and alive with vibrant color and soft detail. The oil landscapes show a wide expanse and allow the eye to rest in clouds, earth and line. These works speak with immediacy and beauty as an accomplished artist finds inspiration nature."

"Diane, in addition to being a wonderful artist, is an excellent communicator and educator. "

"Love Diane, very kind and encouraging as a fellow artist and creates beautiful pieces. "

"Diane Firtell is one of a kind. Artist, teacher, humanitarian. Her commitment to her work is evident. Her reputation as a successful artist precedes her. Having Diane on. your team is absolutely a plus. Bravo. You won't wrong."

"Diane is a very talented artist and I love her work! "

"When Diane and I entered our working relationship, she had to handle some risk and uncertainty. Still, Diane navigated every interaction with professionalism and grace."

"I met Diane when she was an instructor for NIA exercise class at the Becket Arts Center. She was always prepared and on time. She has a lot of experience with many things beyond the exercise class she was teaching. She has a very positive influence on everything she takes on. "

"My husband and I have acquired several of Diane’s paintings and collages over a period of 20+ years. I consider Diane a friend and have appreciated an up close and personal view of her creative process over the years. She is always developing new artistic ideas. "

"Diane has always been responsive and considerate in all my dealings with her."

"Diane is a talented artist who excels in creating community through the arts. "

"Diane is a talented facilitator of creativity!"

"Diane is so skillful as an Artist and art teacher.
While her instructions are simple she leads w a perspective of seeing and feeling that brings out the intuition and a wonderful connection to the object being painted .
She is so non-judgemental and yet gives helpful insights and suggestions that enhance the depth of the work . "

"Diane created a beautiful pendant of my Mayan calendar birthday! I treasure it!"

"We've worked with Diane many times over the years - she's authentic, professional, and thoughtful. "

"Talented local artist and beloved by her community. Her work is creative and stunning."

"Diane's art is beyond beautiful!"

"Beautiful artistry!"

"Diane is an innovative, beautiful and sensitive artist and enthusiastic, and gentle teacher. "