Studio View

Learning to see in new ways

I had heard that learning to draw wasn’t so much about drawing, but about learning to see in new ways. That appealed to me. read more >

Gaby’s Story: “The Drawing Studio changed my life!”

My name is Gaby and I am a high school junior. I have always wanted to be an artist but never knew how to turn my dream into reality . . . until I found The Drawing Studio. My friends … read more >

Our 2017 Member Event

What Our Members Are Saying More than 90 of you  — The Drawing Studio member community — gathered on March 30 for a tamale dinner and to envision the future of TDS together. It was a night to celebrate as … read more >

Remembering Ann Woodin

Ann Woodin — writer, founder of the The Drawing Studio’s Docent (volunteer) program, world traveler, political activist, and certified mediator — died April 25 at Rancho Linda Vista in Oracle. Ann was the beloved wife and soulmate of The Drawing … read more >

Why I support The Drawing Studio

It’s more than making art . . .  It’s also about becoming emotionally, spiritually, and physically healthy. My name is Cynthia Lester, and I am a Drawing Studio student, board member and donor. Today I’m wearing my donor hat to … read more >

Artist Interview: Meet Priya Vadhyar

It has been a pleasure to interview artist Priya Vadhyar on her art practice and inspiration in conjunction with her first-ever solo exhibit, opening Dec. 3, 2016, at The Drawing Studio. I got to know Priya Vadhyar in a TDS Getting Art … read more >

Nancy Evans, In Memoriam

Nancy Evans passed away Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016. She was a wonderful artist and a giving member of The Drawing Studio community for many years. Nancy began painting from a background in illustration. I met her in a pastel class and we both … read more >

TDS 2016 Faculty Show | Oct. 1 – Nov. 4

The Drawing Studio’s biennial faculty show opening night is Oct. 1. Mark your calendars to join us at this free event!  This show will feature 20 works encompassing a broad range of aesthetics, media and subject matter, including etchings, paintings, … read more >

An art teacher can change your life

An art teacher can make a huge impact on students in the best or worst ways. Their words can send students (young or old) on a life-long creative journey, or sear their minds with self-doubt. Indeed, if you’ve had a negative experience, it … read more >

Seeking your advice and ideas

The Drawing Studio is always seeking ways to improve. To do that, we need some feedback from you, and we’re ready to listen! Please help us by completing our short survey today. We’re eager to hear about who you are, ideas you’re dreaming … read more >