"The workshop was inspiring; everyone has gone home to work on those twenty paintings! You are an excellent instructor and artist. "
Joanne Smith, 5/31/05

"Unlike most teachers who simply teach you how to paint, Don Sahli has also taught me how to see, which is essential in becoming an artist .. His exercises are fun and challenging, his methods are incredibly helpful."
Ted Pinkowitz, 3/11/08

I enjoy learning from Don because he is so passionate and instills that in me too. He also always manages to say something positive about my work even when it is a real stretch.
Susan Schulte, 3/7/08

"Your hands on teaching style was invaluable for me."
Jane Ford, 08/03/01

"Really enjoyed the class and the good company. I learned a lot among which that there is so much more to learn so..See you in another class!
Phillip Wasterval

"The sites were beautiful and I feel so lucky and grateful to be able to study with such a gifted and talented artist!"
Tandy Stratton

"Thank you for an excellent learning experience. I'll never see color the same - such richness now warms (and cools) my paintings."
Mary Alice Fullerton, 5/18/04

"Thanks again for a wonderful workshop! It takes me a while to process all that I learn from you, Don. But I do continue to hear your voice when I paint, which is a great feeling. I just wanted to thank you both again for making Sahli School of Art the wonderful experience that it is."
Nora Van Hook

I have taken painting classes at various stages of my life and the last 6 or so years with Don Sahli both in his studio as well as "plein air". Apart from being a great painter Don is very good at conveying his passion for the art as well as bringing out the desire to paint and the techniques to do so in his students. A day spent in one of Don's classes will bring a broad spectrum of emotions and experiences and will always be a day very well spent and includes the feeling of having taken a step forward in increasing the skills that make enjoyment of the hobby more satisfying and fulfilling.
Philip Wasterval, 3/6/08