Kat Tomka - University of Alaska Anchorage

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Kat Tomka - University of Alaska Anchorage

Professor: Kat Tomka

Department: Fine Arts

College: University of Alaska Anchorage

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ART498
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Great Painting Prof. Kat inspires you to find your individual creative 'voice.' She teaches you to think, not as a student but professionally. She motivates you to think critically, expect more from yourself (and for yourself, not a grade). She expects you to start exhibiting your work, learn about scholarships, write grants, expand yourself.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: A213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The class was tough. Painting wise she had some very good points but definitely needs to give more room for students to be creative without consequence. Kat should give more guidance during her lectures and help the students that need it. If she would apply herself and become more focused, this class would have been much better. Beginners beware.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: ART313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I very much enjoyed her class and learned a lot. Comments about childishness, etc in other comment is just not true... sounds like it was written by a non-student. Everyone liked her and learned a lot...and, learned a real passion for painting. She is one of the best art faculty in the department. Truely.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: ART498
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Kat is a great mentor and teacher. She teaches the practical business of art along with conceptual design, contemporary and historic examples, etc. she pushes you beyond ego so growth can happen as an artist. She remains my favorite teacher--I learned a lot from her that will stay with me throughout my life.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: A313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Classes from Kat expose you both to traditional and non-traditional painting. My work has grown so much and I am grateful for her direction. Her work is amazing--She paints with transparent tape and her work is in the studio so you can see how she problem solves as work gets done. I've learned from this as well.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ART213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Kat has been wonderful in bringing out my talents. She has sealed my passion for painting and art. She knows her stuff and challenges you to grow beyond what you think you can do. Those who won't take that challenge are not meant or ready to be an artist. I think Kat is the best teacher I have ever had and will take all her classes.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ART313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Hey, she wasn't teaching since March! This dude is crazy: This should be a forum for teaching not immature rants. Kat ran the studio as a professional, not a babysitter. She was great, if you were ready to take art seriously.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ART413
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I just don't get previous comment: She was not even teaching in Sept, 2010! She has changed my life: A great artist and teacher.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ART001
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Wonderful teacher. We all miss her so much and want her back next year.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: ART213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Nice lady, not so good teacher. Probably 80% of what I learned came from my fellow students and just figuring things out. When she attempts to lecture she is confusing and topic is disjointed. Communicating clearly and concisely is not her strong suit.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ART313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Fun while serious about results. Drawing skills a must as cornerstone to other painting ideas/materials/ etc. Expects willingness to learn--Not a class that feeds all the info to you, personal research and evolution is part of class. Stacked class is great.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ART213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

GREAT class and prof! Learned a lot!!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ART313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

she has her favorites. tries to help students. if you have agreeements with her get it in writing!nice lady though

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ART313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best Art Prof I ever had. Forces you to activate your creative potential.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PAINT213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Class depends on a good attitude. If you are not ready to learn, you will not learn. If you are, you will get a ton out of this class. Kat is very knowledgeable, supportive and challenges you to constantly do better. She guides you to learn how to overcome fears, develop your work and develop an art for painting and art in general. Very difficu

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: ART213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Found her helpful, challenging yet supportive if you are trying at all. She expects you to do the work for a grade.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ARTPAINTXWC
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She tends to help people who accept her help. Those who shut her out eventually get shut out.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ART2133
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Take anyone else. Plays games. Has favorites and targets. Little scope or backgr

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