The Atelier Method

The Classical Atelier Program 

Wethersfield Academy for the Arts provides the serious artist-in-training the opportunity to be coached and mentored by a distinguished faculty member in the classical methods to the figure, portrait and still life. One does not need previous instruction to join the Atelier program. It is open to the beginning student to the professional artist wanting to further their skills. One simply signs up to begin.

The Atelier Studio - This unique North light studio is located on the second floor of the Academy. It is a space dedicated to the Atelier student to work with concentration along side of their peers.  The space is designed to inspire the student in a supportive working environment. Students can develop relationships with their peers while working together in a studio that fosters support and respect amongst each other so that they can gain confidence and knowledge that will help them pursue their own artistic endeavors.

Figure Drawing 1
Figure Drawing 2

Bargue

Portrait

(Model fees are extra and will be divided amongst the students)