Learn about anatomy, proportion, line and value by working from quick studies and longer poses.
Working from live models you will develop your ability to capture the model’s features and personality; then move onto drawing your friends and family.
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Bernardo Rodriguez is a multifaceted artist whose journey from the Dominican Republic to the bustling streets of New York City has deeply influenced his creative narrative. His passion for crafting intricate, detailed illustrations and paintings seamlessly melds with his personal experiences, often culminating in depictions of the human experience, the intimate corners of New York, and poignant everyday moments.
A majority of Bernardo’s art gravitates towards portraits, capturing the essence of his subjects with unparalleled precision. His talent and dedication have led to i ...
A majority of Bernardo’s art gravitates towards portraits, capturing the essence of his subjects with unparalleled precision. His talent and dedication have led to international acclaim, with his illustrations gracing the pages of The New Yorker, The Marshall Project, and Italy’s Domus magazine.
In 2022, Bernardo achieved his MFA from the School of Visual Arts, an accomplishment underscored by his receipt of the Paula Rhodes Memorial Award for excellence in illustration. His distinction did not end there, as he was also chosen as the graduate speaker for the class of 2022, delivering his address at the iconic Radio City Music Hall.
Beyond academic achievements, Bernardo’s art has been recognized and embraced by galleries and museums worldwide. His works have adorned the walls of SVA’s Chelsea Gallery, Peekskill’s H-Art Gallery, 13 Frost Gallery in Brooklyn, and Syracuse University’s Gallery in Florence, Italy, where he immersed himself in the rich artistry of the city. Recently, his art found a proud place in the esteemed Long Island Museum, a testament to its significance and appeal.
Watercolors for Absolute Beginners
Drawing for Beginners
Mindful Artmaking
Cartooning: Ink & Imagination
Drawing and Painting
Portrait Drawing
Mindful Artmaking Evening: Connecting Breath and Creativity
Nancy Johnson received her BFA from the University of Massachusetts and her MFA from Yale University. While attending the University of Massachusetts, Nancy Johnson was awarded a grant from the Ford Foundation for her outstanding undergraduate work, and a Strathmore Paper Award for her excellence in drawing. After receiving her MFA degree, Nancy taught painting and drawing at several institutions including Mount Wachusett Community College, Westfield State College, and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. As an adjunct at the University of Massachusetts, Nancy participated in launchi ...
Nancy Johnson received her BFA from the University of Massachusetts and her MFA from Yale University. While attending the University of Massachusetts, Nancy Johnson was awarded a grant from the Ford Foundation for her outstanding undergraduate work, and a Strathmore Paper Award for her excellence in drawing. After receiving her MFA degree, Nancy taught painting and drawing at several institutions including Mount Wachusett Community College, Westfield State College, and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. As an adjunct at the University of Massachusetts, Nancy participated in launching the first Summer Abroad Program in La Napoule, France and Brugge, Belgium where she and her colleagues instructed a group of 35 BFA students in painting and drawing. She has nearly 30 years of experience in art education and has taught adult classes and workshops at 92Y since 2002.
Nancy’s work ranges from paintings of the still life, and portrait to works based in the abstract expressionist tradition. Her work was exhibited as part of the Group Shows 4 Women Painters, at Anderson University, Posers and Rockers Show at the Brooklyn Artist Gym, and Metro 26 Show in Newark NJ, and in solo exhibitions at 510 Warren Street Gallery in Hudson, NY and The Bleecker Street Gallery in Manhattan. Her most recent paintings were shown in solo exhibitions at Wagner Gallery in Staten Island, and at Hampden Gallery in Amherst, MA. Nancy is a painter living and working on Staten Island, NY.
Portrait Painting (Intermediate/Advanced)
Portrait Drawing: Black & White to Color Pencil
Figure Drawing
Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined
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