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REAL Academy of Art Colorado
Formation artistique classique flexible et personnalisée à Denver.
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Formation artistique classique flexible et personnalisée à Denver.
REAL Academy of Art Colorado est une école d'art et une communauté à Denver, située au 6000 E Evans Ave, Bâtiment 2, Suite 221. L'école propose des horaires de cours flexibles et un parcours adapté à chaque élève, enseigné par Ali Ghassen et James. Les étudiants progressent dans le graphite, le fusain, la peinture à l'huile et d'autres médiums, avec un accompagnement individuel et des critiques réfléchies. L'environnement accueillant met l'accent sur le réalisme classique et une progression régulière.
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Découvrez les techniques de dessin classiques, y compris l'affûtage du crayon, le blocage des formes, l'ombrage et la perspective, adaptées à votre niveau de compétence.
Maîtrisez la peinture à l'huile avec des conseils sur la théorie des couleurs, le travail au pinceau et le réalisme, en vous concentrant sur les portraits et les natures mortes.
Explorez des médiums avancés tels que le fusain et le graphite pour améliorer vos techniques d'ombrage, de forme et de détails, dans un cadre structuré.
Développez des techniques sculpturales en utilisant des méthodes classiques, ajoutant profondeur et dimension à votre répertoire artistique.
Recevez des conseils professionnels pour développer une carrière artistique, y compris le marketing, les expositions et l'élaboration de votre portfolio.
Profitez de séances personnalisées en tête-à-tête avec des horaires flexibles pour s'adapter à votre rythme et à vos centres d'intérêt, du soir au week-end.
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Maha Kamal
A little less than halfway into 2025, I decided to (finally) get serious about art classes. Many know my love for art, especially miniature paintings and the Mughals. I've been largely self-taught, but I've always wanted to know how the masters fine-tuned their realistic light and shadow, their impeccable attention to detail, their near-perfect proportions. Most famous artists you love were classically taught at some point. So in August, I signed up for Friday evening classes on the fundamentals of drawing and painting at the Art Students League of Denver. The instructor, Ali Ghassen, is one of the few masters of the trade. He teaches the way you'd imagine an old, wise Japanese teacher does. There is intense focus, patience, and practice involved. All the things our modern society loathes and rejects. I wasn't ready to sit with the same image for hours, days on end, until I mastered how to properly "block" it out on my blank page. It wasn't until recently (after about 30 hours of practice) that I began understanding how light hits an object, creating a form shadow, a cast shadow, and a terminator. The proper way to sharpen a pencil (a box cutter is involved). To start so lightly that you can barely see the graphite against the paper grain. Since August, I've made progress I didn't think I'd make for years. I feel like I "get" it now. Ali always tells me to slow down and focus on each pencil stroke. You can't rush shading. If you do, it will look messy. If you put in the time, even if it's 20 hours, it will look and feel complete. I'm forging ahead with art school into 2026. Instead of rushing to paint or submit my pieces to art shows, I'm committed to slowing down and learning from the masters. Then I can turn to breaking the rules and establishing my own style. I'd invite all of you to do the same. Not necessarily art, but find something physical that pulls you away from your phone and invites you to wholly immerse yourself in it. Spend hours on it. Step back and think, "Damn, I did that?"
BethIbe ZergawMorsi
Ali and James are incredible instructors who perfectly represent what makes REAL Academy of Art such a valuable place to study. They both have a deep command of classical realism and know how to teach foundational skills in a clear, practical, and encouraging way. Their critiques are thoughtful and focused on helping students build true visual literacy, master the methods step by step, and grow with confidence. Together, they create a supportive, professional learning environment where anyone—from beginners to experienced artists—can make real, measurable progress. If you’re looking for serious classical training with instructors who genuinely care about your development, Ali and James make REAL Academy an outstanding choice. Graphite, charcoal, nitram, carbon, watercolor, gouache, oil, atelier, sculpture
Anna Tunks
Real Academy of Art Colorado offers a wonderful art school and community. Ali and James are full of knowledge and patiently teach the skills of the masters. If you want flexible class times this is the place. Your progress is tailored to your own pace and interests rather than traditional structured classes, allowing for flexibility, one-on-one advice and teaching, and the opportunity to meet a wide range of peers. I started as an absolute beginner (taught how to properly hold a pencil in my first class) followed by opportunities to advance in graphite, charcoal, and oil paint. Ali is very knowledgeable in art business and helps aspiring students pursue a professional career in art. Highly recommend!!
mary jane Kindred
When I moved to Denver in late 2022, I went on line to research places to continue with my art experience in oil painting, especially portraits. I searched online and saw many resourcesu but none sounded good to me. Then I saw “REAL Academy of Art”. My first reaction was “Wow! Pretty confident in themselves!” So I called and went in the next day and never looked back. But Ali was an inspiration and he taught me drawing which I never really learned before. It changed my whole way of thinking about art and improved my work in every way, from learning perspective to the use of color and an endless list of other information I didn’t even know I needed! Ali is a special person. His generous spirit and kindness has made the atmosphere one of camaraderie and happiness for all who attend, regardless of age or level of experience. I am so grateful to have found this wonderful place!
Laura Libin
Ali and James are amazing teachers. I really feel at home here like one big family. Warming and encouraging environment where everyone at all skill levels are welcome. My husband even joined and he's doing amazing having never held a pencil before! Love that it's all at YOUR pace. Highly recommend!
