ARC approved Academy of Realist Art is building its online video and DVD portfolio to familiarize visitors with our programs and provide detailed instruction on realist art techniques. When complete, our online video offerings will include studio tours, as well as workshop summaries and helpful hints from senior instructors at ARA.

We are also planning the launch of a new DVD release “In the Studios of the Old Masters” this summer. A sequel to the highly popular “Drawing the Figure”, this DVD will walk students through many of the painting techniques used by the Old Masters.

Check out the ARA website at www.academyofrealistart.com to view the latest online videos. For pricing information or to pre-order a copy of “In the Studios of the Old Masters” DVD, contact info@academyofrealistart.com.

ARC approved Academy of Realist Art is expanding its reach in North America and Europe in the coming months. While details won’t be available until the official announcements are made, plans are in the works for ARA – with the enthusiastic support of local government agencies - to open a new school in a European resort location as early as June 2010. ARA is also in the very early stages of considering a new site in the UK in response to popular demand.

ARA Boston is undergoing some major upgrades, as it takes on more space to accommodate its growing student population. The studio is in the process of grooming new instructors, as well as expanding its highly-popular workshop calendar. Visit www.academyofrealistartboston.com to learn more.

Last but not least, ARA is also looking to establish a more permanent program in the Ottawa region in partnership with the Monart Art School. Already a popular location for workshops, this site will be home to an extended ARA curriculum, and will feature regularly scheduled workshops with senior ARA instructors.

Updates will be posted on the ARA website at www.academyofrealistart.com or email info@academyofrealistart.com to be added to our mailing list.