Where Mastery Meets Momentum

Studio Incamminati

Where Mastery Meets Momentum

Founded by renowned artists Nelson and Leona Shanks, Studio Incamminati is an accredited conservatory for artists who seek not only to master classical technique but also to build sustainable, professional careers. Our mission is to provide rigorous training in realist art while equipping students with the tools to succeed in a rapidly evolving cultural and economic landscape. We believe that technical excellence opens the door to creative freedom, professional confidence, and cultural impact.

The fully accredited curriculum teaches high-level representational art in drawing, painting and sculpture

Earn a BFA from a world-class university while receiving rigorous fine arts training in a studio setting,

Studio Incamminati’s Summer Fundamentals of Fine Art Program integrates the study of painting and drawing with working artist faculty, focused studio hours, artist lectures, and instructor critiques to help motivated high-school students and recent graduates (16 – 19 yrs) develop exceptional art portfolios. Students will focus on figural realism and impressionistic colors, drawing from the teachings of our founder Nelson Shanks. Create lasting skills in art while having a one-of-a-kind summer experience!

Designed for serious part-time students balancing artistic study with professional and personal commitments. Evening and weekend classes offer structured, long-term training in drawing and painting from life.

Designed for serious part-time students balancing artistic study with professional and personal commitments. Evening and weekend classes offer structured, long-term training in drawing and painting from life.

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