How’s it going, my sassy survivors of solitude? Sarah Isak-Goode and I watched Night of the Comet (1984) so we could explore the concept of the “American girl” stereotype in regards to this cheesy B-movie for the Femininity in the Post-Apocalypse podcast. We also discuss teenage rebellion alongside the American nuclear family before rating the film on the Maenad-O-Meter. Additionally, Jamie R. Waters receives her Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from the Unaccredited College of Klaire.

Who’s ready to paint some people? Even if you don’t have time to make art, but you just want to learn about mixing colors, join me as I share how to create a range of skin tones in this “Mixing Skin Tone Colors” demonstration. Using only primary colors, white, and brown, you’ll learn how to create human-colored paint ranging from very light to very dark brown. (I use oil paint in my demonstration, but this technique is applicable for acrylics too.) You can see the entire video at the Unaccredited College of Klaire.

If you have a messy project coming up, allow me to quickly demonstrate how to prepare rags for use in the studio or elsewhere. This “Chopping up Rags” will guide you through the steps on how to cut up an old t-shirt to make cotton rags. Additionally, I’ll explain why cotton rags are useful to have on hand and why I use them whilst painting. You can watch entire video a the Unaccredited College of Klaire.

If you’re ready to start stretching your own canvases, let me help you! I created a video tutorial called “Stretch a Canvas,” which is available at the Unaccredited College of Klaire on Patreon.  I demonstrate the entire process of stretching a canvas in real time so you can see an example of what a high quality canvas should look like.

Aaron and I are thrilled to share the “Bro Interview Game” on the Klaire and Aaron Show in the “Subdued Dudes and Interviews” episode. The game culminated in this video of our wonderful friends speaking about the artwork in the Subdued Dudes art exhibition. These subversive figure paintings were created with generous support from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation, and the suits were purchased from Shinesty.

Why hello there, my delightful damsels of the desert! Do you have a favorite version of Dune? Aaron C Packard and I watched David Lynch’s Dune (1984) for the Femininity in the Post-Apocalypse podcast so we can discuss the women of Arrakis, Sting’s upsetting speedo, and scuba diving at Burning Man. After rating this sci-fi movie on the Maenad-O-Meter, we thank the epic artists who contributed to the Thunderdomesticity: Witness Me exhibition. Additionally, Korey Luna receives his Honorary Doctor of Dystopian Studies degree from UCK.

Treat yourself to spend two days immersed in oil paint! If you’ve always wanted to start oil painting but never had the chance, or if you thought oil painting might be too difficult to try, allow me to peer-pressure you into painting with me. All the cool kids are doing it! Take this opportunity to follow along step-by-step as I guide you through a practice sketch of a simple figure painting. I’ll demonstrate the process I used when I planned the paintings I created for the Pollock-Krasner Foundation. With guidance, you’ll tone a canvas, mix paint, and match colors while developing safe studio habits. You’ll practice a general-to-specific painting technique, which is perfect for creating successful sketches that are reminiscent of Impressionist style art. With additional one-on-one attention, you’ll use your skills to create an original oil sketch based on a photograph you bring to the workshop.

I’m teaching at the 26th Annual Arts Education Institute at Northern State University in Aberdeen, South Dakota July 16-17, 2025. Artists, educators, and everyone who wants to spend a few days having a blast painting with me is invited to attend. Visit the Arts South Dakota website to learn more and to register. You can take this oil painting class for college/graduate credit, or you can do it just for fun! Visit the Arts South Dakota website for more information and to register.

When you join the Unaccredited College of Klaire on Patreon, I’ll help you make or update your CV. I know this isn’t a fun task, but a curriculum vitae is a document that serves as a record of all your amazing accomplishments. Artists often need to have an updated CV to apply for exhibitions, grants, and jobs. I’ll walk you through how to set up your CV in this instructional video titled, “Making and Maintaining a CV,” plus there’s a written guide with organizational suggestions.

I adore the latest addition to the Thunderdomesticity series titled Night Watch with Maenads! Because I'm such a nerd, I thought it would be a great caffeine vessel. This printed coffee cup is now available in the Gift Shop.

What could be better than consuming caffeine while challenging the patriarchy by sipping from a mug with my brand new Grand Brodalisque II oil painting printed on it? I just added this coffee cup design to the Gift Shop!