Category: FAS Students
Friday, November 13, 2009
More prize-winning artwork from our Japanese students
Here is the painting that won the top prize in the Painting category in this year’s Kodansha Famous Schools Art Contest. Created by Eri Sakaue, it’s titled What do I really want to draw? Good question! An excellent work of trompe-l’oeil painting.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Reiko Kumagai’s winning painting
Here’s the painting that Reiko submitted to this year’s Kodansha Famous Schools Art Contest in Japan… which won her a trip to the United States!
It’s called “The portrait of Ms. Ophelia” and is sweet and whimsical. Notice all the small details. Reiko is very interested in visiting the Norman Rockwell Museum when she comes, as well as the major museums in New York and Boston.
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Another alumna joins our website—Julinya de Vince
As I’ve noted here frequently, we often receive correspondence—both email and the old-fashioned kind—from former students and alumni of the Famous Artists School. We love hearing the real stories of people who developed their talent and passion for art with help from FAS—they’re always inspiring.
The latest addition to our website, Julinya de Vince, is a perfect example. Read the story of her journey from talented young student to prolific international artist and teacher—I’m sure you’ll be inspired, too.
Welcome, Julinya!
Friday, September 11, 2009
Alumni far and wide
We’ve been getting a lot of mail lately from former students who have gone on to make successful careers in art. One is from the Netherlands: Ben Huisje. He’s an illustrator, cartoonist, and caricaturist—and he also paints! Visit his website at www.benartwork.nl
We also heard from Julinya de Vince, who took our Course as a teenager when her family lived in Brazil. Look for more details about her on our website soon, and visit her at www.julinya.com.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Fond memories from a former student
We just received an email from Theresa Quirk, who was delighted to find FAS on the web. Here’s her story:
A long time ago, back in 1968, my dad enrolled me in your art program. I was 12 years old. Sadly, I was unable to finish the Course due to my dad’s sudden death when I was 13. I only began to seriously paint and pursue my art career after 9/11. Now I look back and remember the big FAS books and all the lessons, and I realize those books did have a lifelong impact on me. I feel proud to mention you as part of my artistic growth.
You can see some of Theresa’s work at www.tquirk.com.
Friday, January 04, 2008
FAS student expresses appreciation
Perhaps the single most valuable aspect of the art instruction provided by a Famous Artists Course is this: the individual and personal relationship that develops between the student and his/her instructor.
One student recently wrote to instructor Hank McLaughlin as follows:
As I send in Lesson 10 I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for all of the effort and time you dedicated to helping me develop my painting skills. You are an excellent teacher with encouraging and positive criticisms that were most welcome. Your thoughtful comments, suggestions and guidance were offered in such a positive manner!
Friday, August 31, 2007
FAS student shares her knowledge
Current FAS student Ann Boulden recently wrote her instructor, Hank McLaughlin, as follows:
Dear Hank, Because of my lessons and your wonderful critiques, our co-op gallery is starting a critique session prior to our monthly business meetings. They have asked me to bring some of my lessons with your critiques, so we may all know how to critique each other’s work. Thank you!
Thanks, Ann, for letting us know about your co-op gallery. We’d like to hear more about it, as it sounds like a wonderful forum for artists to work together and exchange ideas.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
FAS Alumna Pam Rice goes from strength to strength
“Kids on Beach” by Pam Rice
(click to enlarge)
Pam Rice has a full and varied career in the world of art. In addition to her “day job” as Vice President of Design Services at an advertising agency in Chicago, where she oversees the firm’s creative operations and manages their programs in design education and training, she is enjoying increasing success as a fine art painter. In June, she will have an exhibit of her work in Chicago, showing her new work—including the paintings reproduced here.
In whatever spare time she happens to have, Pam gives back to her community. Recently, she was honored because of her annual donation of time, talent, creativity and devotion by designing the Annual Report for Family Service of South Lake County. Each year, Pam spends approximately 80 hours to complete each report. In five years, that adds up to over 400 hours of donated time. “Her dedication gives Family Service a clean, professional look in everything we do.”
We’re proud of you, Pam!
(Please click on the images to enlarge)
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Sherry Leach’s work in Rocky Mountain show
FAS alum Sherry Leach was invited to donate a watercolor for a fundraiser for the Rocky Mountain National Watermedia exhibit at the Foothills Art Center in Golden, Colorado. She is happy to report that the painting sold. Congratulations, Sherry!
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Welcome to FAS alumnus Max Stiebel!
Max Stiebel has had a productive and exciting career in art. He credits the inspiring example of the FAS Guiding Faculty and the personalized instruction he received as a student of FAS with giving him a solid base from which to evolve as an artist.
Visit Max’s web page to read his testimonial and see examples of his work. Welcome, Max!
