New York Studio School - New York, New York

Jane Brown

The Drawing Marathon is fantastic.
It catapults you into another realm.
Many fine artists in my group, and it was inspiring to see
all the different approaches.
Someone gave it one star because it doesn't follow button-down, academic traditions. (Thank God!)
If you want same-old, same-old go to Art Students League.
If you want to grow as an artist, this is your place.

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I was able to get a great scholarship so that is was affordable and I will continue to go back for lectures as my career progresses. Financial aid is available and the school is willing to work with you if you are struggling with it. I haven't had any issues with my accreditation and I have received several residencies and work positions without any issues.

I would highly suggest doing the drawing marathons. I have done over twelve throughout my career and they have helped me immensely with any artist block. They are a great way to get outside of your comfort zone. Regardless of what you do the studio school has people who will help you find your voice. They certainly helped me.

Roger Bultot

The studio of Gertrude Vanderbilt and the buildings where the Whitney Museum of Americans Art got started. Attempts to maintain the building are ongoing but much deterioration is still evident in the structures.

Nik Plum

I took the Drawing Marathon with a focus on painting the portrait. I am a prof at an Ivy League school, and I can say that this is probably the poorest educational experience I've ever had. There was virtually no instruction of any kind - nothing on composition, technique, color mixing, history, or any of the many things that could have been covered. Moreover, even as the instructors came by from time to time to offer comments, I never heard any of them ask any student what they were working on, how they were thinking about their work, etc. So the teacher comments remained abstract and virtually useless. If you want to paint, hire a model - at least that way you can set up interesting poses, make sure the room isn't sweltering, and arrange them so they aren't just a silhouette against the window (none of which the NYSS bothered to do). If you want tips on your painting or to work on your skills, go somewhere else. I'm giving one star because it is a beautiful space. But every student I spoke to in this class left very disappointed, knowing they had wasted 2 weeks and their hard-earned money.

Martin Dull

As a former student, I find that the dialogue created between faculty and students is unique and necessary. There is a forward thinking drive among the artists that roots itself in the extensive tradition of painting and sculpture as both concept and craft.

Jeremy Naraine

I like art and this place is very helpful. I love painting. I painted when i was 7 year old. My idol is bob ross because he a very good landscape painter and use imagination to paint a picture. This place has wonderful painting by any of painter and artists.

Jeremy Naraine

I love art and this place is very helpful. I has alot of painting and it a good place for artist who love painting and drawing. I also look up many famous painters and i am a very good landscape painter. This place has wonderful artist.

K Klotsas

Unfortunately, this school's current reputations greatly relies on it's past. Most students today have one talent! They can pay full tuition in this economy. 'Tis a pity.