Atelier School of Art

DEBRA BLACKMON

DEBRA BLACKMON

INSTRUCTOR

Debra is a certified K-12 visual arts educator. She has a BA in Art, Minor in Music and Masters in Educational Leadership. She began her teaching career as an elementary music teacher for several years and then later became an art teacher.  She’s taught all grade levels in public and charter schools infusing both music and art in her instructional practices.  She currently teaches K-4 Art in Detroit at a public charter academy. Aside from her educational profession, she’s a freelance graphic artist.  Her preference of artistic expression is drawing, figurative illustration and graphic design. In her work, she integrates traditional art with digital technology to create transformations of her original illustrations into compositional prints. Her focus for more than 20 years as an educator and artist is to engage and inspire creative gifts and skills in all learners, while building positive relationships in a learning space that is safe and caring. 

She is passionate and dedicated to the mission of teaching the arts and believes in lifelong learning, advocating and investing her time in growing and developing students’ confidence in “making art” a meaningful experience they can share with others.

DEBRA BLACKMON

INSTRUCTOR

Debra is a certified K-12 visual arts educator. She has a BA in Art, Minor in Music and Masters in Educational Leadership. She began her teaching career as an elementary music teacher for several years and then later became an art teacher. She’s taught all grade levels in public and charter schools infusing both music and art in her instructional practices. She currently teaches K-4 Art in Detroit at a public charter academy. Aside from her educational profession, she’s a freelance graphic artist. Her preference of artistic expression is drawing, figurative illustration and graphic design. In her work, she integrates traditional art with digital technology to create transformations of her original illustrations into compositional prints. Her focus for more than 20 years as an educator and artist is to engage and inspire creative gifts and skills in all learners, while building positive relationships in a learning space that is safe and caring.
She is passionate and dedicated to the mission of teaching the arts and believes in lifelong learning, advocating and investing her time in growing and developing students’ confidence in “making art” a meaningful experience they can share with others.

Our open registration makes it is easy to get involved. You are free to register for most of our classes whenever you are ready. No need to wait for a new semester or for an annual enrollment to begin.

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Atelier Membership

Atelier Drawing Standard Price

Most Popular

College-level drawing fundamentals covering perspective, sight measuring, composition, block-ins, and shading. Suitable for complete beginners and experienced artists looking to sharpen foundational skills.
Standard Price

$286

every 4 weeks · Materials list provided upon enrollment

Youth Studio Member Pricing

All Supplies Included

Engaging, guided studio art classes for elementary and middle school students. Each month explores a new theme — painting, drawing, printmaking, fiber, mosaics, and more. All materials are included.
Member Price

$247

every 4 weeks · All materials included · New students start the first week of each month

You save $39 per cycle with your membership

Art From Life Member Pricing

Most Popular

An immersive class blending painting and drawing from direct observation. Covers gesture, human proportions, anatomy, composition, and personal narrative. Regular feedback and live demonstrations included.
Member Price

$271

every 4 weeks

You save $39 per cycle with your membership

Atelier Drawing Member Pricing

Most Popular

College-level drawing fundamentals covering perspective, sight measuring, composition, block-ins, and shading. Suitable for complete beginners and experienced artists looking to sharpen foundational skills.
Member Price

$247

every 4 weeks · Materials list provided upon enrollment

You save $39 per cycle with your membership

Atelier Painting Member Pricing

Most Popular

Atelier’s celebrated oil painting program, open to all levels. Students receive personalized attention in small class sizes, moving from guided exercises to independent projects at their own pace. Emphasis on technique, creative confidence, and developing a personal style.
Member Price

$247

every 4 weeks · Optional Materials Plan available for +$80/month

You save $39 per cycle with your membership

Teen Studio Standard Pricing

All Supplies Included

A dedicated studio for teens to develop drawing and painting skills alongside peers. Monthly themes range from painting and drawing to printmaking, sculpture, and more. All materials are included.
Standard Price

$286

every 4 weeks · All materials included · New students start the first week of each month

Youth Studio Standard Pricing

All Supplies Included

Engaging, guided studio art classes for elementary and middle school students. Each month explores a new theme — painting, drawing, printmaking, fiber, mosaics, and more. All materials are included.
Standard Price

$286

every 4 weeks · All materials included · New students start the first week of each month

The Artist's Practice Standard Pricing

A platform for artists to slow down, look more closely, and ask enduring questions about their work. Study with Armin Mersmann — an internationally respected artist with 60+ years of practice. Prioritizes critique, mentorship, and sustaining a long-term studio voice.
Standard Price

$143

every 4 weeks · Primarily online via Zoom · occasional in-person sessions · meets every other week

Art From Life Standard Price

Signature Class

An immersive class blending painting and drawing from direct observation. Covers gesture, human proportions, anatomy, composition, and personal narrative. Regular feedback and live demonstrations included.
Standard Price

$310

every 4 weeks

Atelier Family Membership