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About Francesca

Get to Know Francesca Bessett

Francesca Bessett is a fine artist with an emphasis on academic portraiture. Find original paintings and drawings for the art collection or take online learning from her art education  video tutorials. 

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Upcoming Events

  • Wed, Sep 18
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas
    Sep 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    Sep 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    "Paint Your Pet" is at The Cellar on Wednesday, 9/18 at 6pm! Tickets include all supplies, first glass of wine, instruction and a pre-drawn canvas of your pet! Event is about 2-2.5 hours and is instructed by artist Francesca Bessett. No skill or experience required, just a happy attitude!
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 20
    Mesa Arts Center
    Sep 20, 2024, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Sep 20, 2024, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    In this one-day workshop, learn and practice drawing exercises to find a quick likeness in a portrait.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 05
    Mesa Arts Center
    Oct 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Oct 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Learn to draw the portrait! In this workshop, Francesca will show you fundamentals and techniques to draw a portrait in graphite and charcoal.
  • Sat, Oct 05
    Mesa Arts Center
    Oct 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Oct 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Learn to draw the portrait! In this workshop, Francesca will show you fundamentals and techniques to draw a portrait in graphite and charcoal.
  • Sat, Oct 12
    Mesa Arts Center
    Oct 12, 2024, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Oct 12, 2024, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    An interactive workshop designed for artists who wish to learn by learning & emulating the techniques of the renowned painter John Singer Sargent. This hands-on workshop focuses on studying and replicating Sargent’s masterful approach to portrait painting, providing participants with feedback
  • Wed, Oct 16
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas
    Oct 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    Oct 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    "Paint Your Partner" is at The Cellar October 16th from 8-8:30! The perfect date night or evening with a friend! Includes all supplies, instruction and the best night ever. Click for more info
  • Sat, Oct 26
    Mesa Arts Center
    Oct 26, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Oct 26, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    "Painting the Portrait in Oil" is a comprehensive course designed for artists who wish to master the art of portrait painting using oil paints (other mediums welcome). This workshop covers essential techniques and principles, from understanding facial anatomy to capturing the likeness and....
  • Sat, Nov 09
    Mesa Arts Center
    Nov 09, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Nov 09, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    "Painting the Portrait in Oil" is a comprehensive course designed for artists who wish to master the art of portrait painting using oil paints (other mediums welcome). This workshop covers essential techniques and principles, from understanding facial anatomy to capturing the likeness and....
  • Wed, Nov 20
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas
    Nov 20, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    Nov 20, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    Let's paint like Monet at The Cellar on Wednesday, 11/20 at 6pm! Tickets include your first glass of wine, instruction and all supplies needed for a masterpiece! Event is about 2-2.5 hours and is instructed by artist Francesca Bessett. No skill or experience required, just a happy attitude!
  • Sat, Dec 07
    Mesa Arts Center
    Dec 07, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Dec 07, 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, USA
    Learn to draw the portrait! In this workshop, Francesca will show you fundamentals and techniques to draw a portrait in graphite and charcoal.
  • Wed, Dec 18
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas
    Dec 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    Dec 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM MST
    The Cellar | Wine & Tapas, 5030 E Warner Rd #3, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
    "Paint Your Pet" is at The Cellar on Wednesday, 12/18 at 6pm! Tickets include all supplies, first glass of wine, instruction and a pre-drawn canvas of your pet! Event is about 2-2.5 hours and is instructed by artist Francesca Bessett. No skill or experience required, just a happy attitude!

For the art collection

from my easel to you. Shop art direct from Francesca. 

Online Learning

Interested in learning to draw and paint? Or ready to take your skills to the next level? Learn from Francesca! Get access to the full collection by subscribing monthly OR purchase videos individually to have access for life. In these instructional videos, Francesca goes over her process, decision making and talks all things art!

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