An Antwerp based artist and educator
My Practice: I am an Antwerp-based studio artist and designer with 15 years of professional experience and training rooted in New York City.. My fine art practice is grounded in the classical tradition, having trained in NYC’s leading realist academies including The Art Students League of New York and the New York Academy of Art.
Parallel to my studio work, I have maintained a 15-year career in NYC as a digital illustrator and graphic designer. This experience spans agency settings and private commissions, with an extensive portfolio in brand design, product design, and digital art projects.
Now established in Antwerp, I continue to balance my creative practice with a commitment to technical education, currently teaching local classes in academic and figurative drawing.
Find my graphic design and digital art projects at:
https://blaisedesign.co/
As an Educator: I don’t believe in the myth of the “naturally gifted” artist. My mission is to demystify the traditional techniques that have been largely omitted from modern art education. Whether you are a professional looking to sharpen your technical edge or a beginner picking up a pencil for the first time, my curriculum is designed to provide you with objective tools to represent what your see.
I invite you to join me in the studio, embrace the discipline of the craft, and join a community of artists in Antwerp who value craft excellence.
Contact for information on current course offerings.
info@blaisemcdaris.com
