NYAA - Artist-in-Residence Teaching Program
West Nottingham Academy is proud to collaborate with the prestigious New York Academy of Art (NYAA) through the Eric Fischl ’66 Artist-in-Residence Teaching Program. This unique initiative brings distinguished NYAA graduates to our campus, fostering an enriching environment where art and education intersect.
Discover the Intersection of Art and Education
Mentor: Peter Drake
Peter Drake, the Provost of the New York Academy of Art (NYAA), is a distinguished leader in contemporary art education. With over three decades of experience, he has made significant contributions to the art world through his visionary leadership and commitment to nurturing emerging artists. Drake holds a BFA from Pratt Institute and an MFA from the School of Visual Arts. His critically acclaimed work has been exhibited globally. As Provost, he bridges classical techniques with contemporary practices and plays a key advisory role in the Eric Fischl ’66 Artist-in-Residence Teaching Program at West Nottingham Academy.
Highlights
👨🏻🎨 Guided by Excellence
Under the expert guidance of Peter Drake, Provost of NYAA and a dedicated advisor to the arts at West Nottingham, the Artist-in-Residence program carefully selects talented artists who embody creativity and passion. Each semester, these artists live and work on our campus, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to learn from practicing professionals.
🌐 Enriching the Community
Our Artist-in-Residence program is a cornerstone of the West Nottingham Academy’s commitment to fostering creativity and artistic growth. Each semester, a distinguished artist not only teaches classes but also actively engages with the entire community through the creation of inspiring artwork. It is a vibrant, living part of our community that continually inspires every student.
⭐️ Meet Our Current Artist-in-Residence
This spring, we are thrilled to welcome Brendan Sullivan as our Artist-in-Residence. Brendan, a gifted artist and recent recipient of the prestigious Chubb Fellowship Award, brings his exceptional talent and dedication to our community. His work, recognized for its innovation and potential for growth, sets a high standard for artistic excellence.
Only Exclusive to WNA Students
The Eric Fischl ’66 Artist-in-Residence Teaching Program exemplifies West Nottingham Academy’s commitment to providing a well-rounded education that values and promotes the arts. This celebration of the transformative power of art and education is exclusive to WNA Students at no additional cost to parents.
Embrace the opportunity to be part of a community where art thrives and creativity knows no bounds.
Trish Kuhlman
Art Department Chair
Artist-in-Residence to Date
2020-21
Spring – Kaitlyn Stubbs
Winter – Siobhan O’Connor
Fall – Darryl Babatunde Smith
2019-20
Spring – Alonsa Guevara
Winter – Jiannan Wu
Fall – Jess Leo
2018-19
Spring – James Razko
Winter – Caleb Booth
Fall – Emily Acheson-Adams
2017-18
Spring – Isabelle Garbani
Winter – Adam Lupton
Fall – George Rue
2016-17
Spring – Jacob Hayes
Winter – Chris Marshall
Fall – Marcelo Daldoce
2015-16
Spring – Megan Ewert
Winter – Mitchel Martinez
Fall – Alexis Hilliard
2014-15
Spring – Amanda Scuglia
Winter – Nicolas Holiber
Fall – Zachary Brown
2013-14
Spring – Brittany Fields
Winter – William Bolton
Fall – Jacob Hicks
