The Art Academy

Joel Rogness _{on Google}

Mar 30th, 2024

My kids didn't like this place. It seems geared towards a quiet, classical(?) approach to art instruction: proscribed and restrained. Perhaps your ten year old would thrive with this contemplative, staid approach to art; ours did not.

Gracie Borell _{on Google}

Mar 28th, 2024

Personally speaking, the Art Academy has brought a lot of growth and meaning to my life. I have seen my art grow with the encouragement from the instructors who truly care about each and every one of their students. They remember students from over 20 years ago and have nothing but kind, inspirational memories of them which is truly remarkable. The teaching style incorporates traditional methods of learning art with the philosophy that art is learnable and anyone who wants to do it can.
The school has many connections and often brings in working artists who have made careers for themselves. The Art Academy breaks down the commonly held belief that art is not a viable career. Students at every level have the opportunity to meet peers who will push them in a positive way. I would recommend the art academy to parents curious art student alike, it will really improve your art in all ways possible.

Megan Robinson _{on Google}

Mar 27th, 2024

I've really enjoyed taking classes here over the years. I started many years ago, as a kid, and then started back up during Covid. I was so happy to find something to do remotely and I've continued classes ever since. Jim is a fantastic teacher! He's patient and has a great eye. These classes can teach anyone to draw. I've had people in my classes just learning the basics, up to master oil painters. It's a diverse bunch of people all learning and having fun together. I would highly recommend to anyone interested in art!

Kristine M. _{on Google}

May 27th, 2022

I'd give them more stars if I could. This is art taught as the masters were taught. It is slow, a bit tedious and challenging but your skill will undoubtedly increase as long as you put in the work. This no quicky paint and sip that will leave you with a canned canvas at the end of the night. Nor is it Bob Ross or Sarah from Let's Make Art. Those things are the fast fashion of art classes. This is true study art. After the first term, which has a set progression of projects, you decide what direction or discipline you want next. While I am an adult learner the majority of their classes are for kids and teens, the methodology is adapted to be age appropriate. I cannot recommend The Art Academy enough.

Beth Reilly _{on Google}

May 8th, 2022

Great teachers that teach fundamentals of art.