Beyond Canvas: Art Studio Updates and Events

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What is there to say; when you love something you do, like taking adult art classes or painting, why not share it with others? This studio is for EVERYONE, including those looking for art classes for kids!

Life is a giant canvas; everything in the universe is potentially an element of creating art.

I can talk your ear off about art, but why? I would rather give you the experience, so you can discover your own why through our engaging paint and sip sessions.

I am a firm believer in the philosophy of 'show me' not 'tell me'. Come see for yourself.

When you walk into the building, there is a sign that says,

'When you enter this building, find your Greatness.'

When you leave the building, there is another sign that says,

'When you leave this building, share your Greatness.'

The discipline principle I hold strong is posted in the front of the room. It says,

'Something to Remember: There is no wrong way to do art. Just a wrong way to follow directions.'

Where do I begin, and not bore your ear off? I'll keep it simple. I was born in Vietnam and was adopted by a white Jewish family, Oy Vey! I consider myself a believer in the people around me and the decisions I make.

My son is the love of my life and my motivation to succeed. Well, that, and I once thought when I was younger I would be a big-time Rock and Roller. I was wrong. I think I'll stick with my son.

I am a Special Education teacher for LAUSD, going on 10 years. I teach by day and become a superhero by late afternoon, night, well, an art guy by late afternoon and night. And weekends, too.

I've always loved art and was really good at what I envisioned. I incorporate a lot of art into my classrooms, and I came to realize that not only am I good at it, but I am also very good at teaching it. I think what makes me a good art teacher is my ability to bring out the inner artist in those I teach, whether it's in adult art classes or art classes for kids. I help my students unleash their creativity, allowing them to have the confidence to create what they envision. To me, that is an art form in itself. That is why I opened up this art studio, where you can join a class or session, like our popular paint and sip events.

Enough about me. We can talk more about me and art when we meet. You are not here to read, and read, and read some more. You are here to discover your inner artist. I'll see you when I do.