Evie C.

He is fantastic! Works well with you and is super encouraging. I can’t wait to see how my art progresses with his instruction.

Zoe F.

Xenia has been an EXCELLENT art teacher for our child. She has worked with him in developing a variety of artistic skills, and most importantly, encouraged his love of art and his confidence in making art. She is responsive, responsible, punctual, and effective. We think she is just great!

Robin M.

You're beginning to open my mind regarding portraiture. It's never really appealed to me to try it. I just might be starting to see the light. A crack in a doorway, the shadow is born. A piercing thready creek, heavy laden with scorn.

Evie C.

He is fantastic! Works well with you and is super encouraging. I can’t wait to see how my art progresses with his instruction.

Sophie K.

Teacher very approchable, talented and inspiring! The classes are well done.

Joyce R.

From Joyce Rosenstiel Re James Gleeson In my years as both a teacher and an administrator, I spent over fifteen years evaluating teachers. Jim Gleeson is an outstanding teacher for many reasons. Here are a few 1. He understands that people learn in different ways, so he uses the white board for visual learners. 2. He repeats what is important about the lesson, for oral learners, 3. He demonstrates so you actually get to see what you will be learning, 4. He goes around to give individual help so you can get out of trouble if you are having concept difficulty. 5. He never denigrates, but gives suggestions in a positive way. 6. We are very lucky to have hime working with us.

Sigrun E.

Relaxed atmosphere, warmth and creativity

Bonnie W.

Olivia was dedicated to teaching our teen fundamentals of drawing - kind, engaged, talented and supportive! Our daughter is a self-taught artist and wanted the "basics" and portrait drawing as a foundation - Olivia met her where she was at, gave great feedback and created a welcoming warm space to learn.