Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Offers online services

About

I’m an international award-winning Romani American artist with a wide range of life experience and a deep well of creative interests. My work spans multiple mediums—acrylic, oil, and watercolor—and often explores themes such as animals, fantasy, history, landscapes, Romani culture, and the shifting beauty of the seasons.

Highlights

49 years in business

Serves Topeka , KS

Offers online services

Payment methods

Credit Card, Paypal, Square

Social media

Specialties

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Painting type

I can make recommendations, Acrylics, Oil, Watercolor

Painting medium

I can make recommendations, Traditional canvas or paper, Watercolor art

Number of students

One person, Two people, A group of 3 – 5 people, A group of 6 – 10+ people

Student age(s)

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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Reviews

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samantha S.

He is amazingly creative and knowledgeable about symonolism within his art. He taught me how the different swallow swoops mean something different and helped me fix my tattoo design so the swoop of the Swallow reflected the meaning of my tattoo which meant a lot to me, as the tattoo has a deep heartfelt purpose.

He is also very kind and cares about his clients. I passed out twice during my session, but he was patient with me.

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Samantha. I always strive to educate my clients as to meanings behind designs. Knowledge is power.

sarah R.

I really like how Gypsy educated me on my daith and not just how to clean it but other facts about it. He also shows you him opening all the needles and everything he uses then shows you him disposing what can be and the rest going into his sanitizer ( or the machine that cleans his tools). I have never had a shop be that detailed from being to end. I also loved how his wife was super friendly and talked to me which helped with my anxiety and the pain.

Thank you Gypsy and Raychel

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Sarah. We always strive to keep our clients safe.

michael D.

Very talented and gofted artist with an incredible amount of patience, humor, and instructing ability. Truly loved every second with him.

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Michael. When you smile the world smiles with you.

chris R.

Great tattoo artist. Highly recommend for his ability and funny sense of humor. Very clean studio. A true professional at what he does

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Chris. Whether I am creating Fine Art or Tattoo Art I always strive to keep things clean and professional.

brittani G.

Gypsy is very knowledgeable and has a great attitude. He is excellent at piercings. I havent found anyone else like him, anywhere.

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Brittani. I love working with great clients like you.

jimmy A.

Very professional and knowledgeable. Great sense of humor. His years of experience show and he explains what he is doing in an easy-to-understand manner.

June 07, 2024

Artist Alley Studio & Gallery

Thank you Jimmy. I have always found it important to deliver as much info as possible for better understanding.

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your existing skills, I offer personalized art instruction tailored to your pace and interests.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Formally trained in Technical Illustration and Mechanical Drafting

Graphic Artist at El Paso Zoological Park (1983–1986)

Taught young learners at Independence Community College in Kansas

In-person art instruction from my studio in Clyde, Texas

Mentored aspiring artists in both fine art and the technical aspects of Body Art since 1976

Children’s Art Director, then Art Director, for the Aaron Douglas Art Fair in Topeka, Kansas

Producer of online video tutorials available on my website

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

$30 per 40-minute virtual Zoom lesson

$225 for a block of 9 Zoom lessons ($25 each), plus a 10th lesson free

$25 per 40-minute online video lesson

All lessons are prepaid and invoiced.

How did you get started teaching?

My teaching journey started in 1981 when my 5-year-old daughter asked me to show her how to draw. I enjoyed teaching her so much that I began offering lessons to other children. Before long, adults were asking to learn as well. Since then, I’ve had the joy of working with students of all ages and backgrounds, helping them unlock their creativity and develop their skills.

What types of students have you worked with?

I have worked with all sorts of students in all age groups and from all walks of life.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

I was the Children's Art Director for the Aaron Douglas Art Fair in Topeka, Kansas. Later I became the Art Director for the event.

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

When looking for an art instructor, do your research. Use the internet to learn about their work, background, and teaching style.

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

When thinking about who you want to teach you should ask yourself these 3 things:

1. Does the teacher create the type of art I want to create?

2. What is the teachers experience and expertise?

3. What do other students think about the teachers methods?

Services offered

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