Art School 99, founded by Alexandra Rozenman, offers a supportive environment for students to develop their artistic vision. With a focus on self-expression and technical skills, classes at this school incorporate various mediums and cultural influences, fostering a creative and inspiring atmosphere.
Art School 99
Somerville 86 Joy St #37, 2nd Fl Somerville, Massachusetts 02143
Directions:
Conveniently located near Brick bottom. Near Route 93 and close to public transportation (Lechmere and Sullivan Stations).
Alexandra Rozenman's career has taken her from the Soviet underground to a prominent place in the American art world. Born in Moscow, she found her footing alongside now-famous dissident artists before political pressures brought her to the United States as a refugee in the late 1980s. From that point on, her multilayered, often mysterious paintings have only gained momentum, taking her from an MFA at the School of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts to international exhibitions—to a fellowship with the MacDowell Colony, an illustrious group of bohemians whose members have included James Baldwin and Michael Chabon. Rozenman ia a frequent speaker at many art blogs.
Through her personal experiences, having risked everything to follow her own muse, Rozenman knows how important self-expression is to every person. Accordingly at Art School 99 she works to provide students with the technical skills and supportive environment they need to bring their visions to life. Classes might incorporate readings, movies, or collage techniques, and cultivate salon-style inspiration with wine or Russian tea.
Reviews of Art School 99
(4.8-star rating across
11 reviews)
Intensive Abstract Painting Workshop
Anonymous review on 1/23/2023
The instructor had an engaging style and was open about her own work and background. She had a blunt and straightforward approach, which most students appreciated. She was able to help us along, but I do wish there was a little more discussion of techniques/ styles.
Painting and Drawing
Reviewed by Christine N. on 7/24/2019
Alexandra Rozenman was born to be a teacher-- inspiring, very smart & funny in a good way. She knows her art in depth. The atmosphere among the students is lively, friendly and you learn at your own pace. It took me a while to start painting-- my work is very analytical and my soul really needed some balance. I wish I had done it sooner-- I feel recharged and full of ideas. Her studio is also in a conducive place, a converted charming old building in a quiet area in Somerville. Plenty of a parking (a must for me). Great experience and I´ll be signing up for more.
Painting and Drawing
Reviewed by Erin K. on 4/26/2019
This is a wonderful class!
Can I Paint Like That? (Drop-in)
Reviewed by Olivia on 3/13/2017
Under Alexandra's guidance/teaching, I now have four impressionist paintings hanging in my apartment! Each painting took 3-4 sessions to complete. Alexandra is not only funny, sweet, and kind, but also a great teacher. She would let me pick out a painting that I would like to "replicate", teach me the techniques to get it "right", but also let me know that there is no right or wrong way to paint and allowed freedom to incorporate my own style into the replicas. I enjoyed learning to paint from Alexandra!
Art Lab
Anonymous review on 2/26/2017
Alexandra is kind, funny and patient. She quickly assesses your skill level and instructs from there. She encourages play and experimentation which helped me lessen my need for "perfection." I bought a 3 session groupon package, but found Alexandra's class to be exactly what I need to increase my skill, have fun and relax. I'll be going back for additional classes!
Painting and Drawing
Anonymous review on 2/20/2017
A wonderful teacher who is encouraging, thoughtful and talented
Can I Paint Like That? (Drop-in)
Reviewed by Sonya K. on 12/27/2023
Observational Drawing
Reviewed by Deanne R. on 5/4/2020
Painting and Drawing
Reviewed by Kelly F. on 10/24/2019
Art Lab
Reviewed by Susan G. on 1/20/2019
Drawing for Total Beginners (Drop-in)
Reviewed by Andrea M. on 10/17/2018
Review Summary by CourseHorse
Students at Art School 99 have positive things to say about the classes, particularly praising the instructors for their engaging style and openness about their own work and background. Many students appreciate the blunt and straightforward approach of the instructors. Students report learning a variety of skills, with one student mentioning that they now have four impressionist paintings hanging in their apartment thanks to the guidance of the instructor. Another student mentioned that the class helped them increase their skill and have fun while also learning and relaxing. Overall, students appreciate the welcoming and supportive atmosphere of the classes and express a desire to continue taking more classes at Art School 99.
Direct quotes:
1. "Alexandra Rozenman was born to be a teacher-- inspiring, very smart & funny in a good way. She knows her art in depth."
2. "Under Alexandra's guidance/teaching, I now have four impressionist paintings hanging in my apartment! Each painting took 3-4 sessions to complete."
3. "A wonderful teacher who is encouraging, thoughtful, and talented."
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