Atelier School of Art

VALERIE ALLEN

Val Allen

VALERIE ALLEN

INSTRUCTOR

Valerie Allen is a professional artist living in Michigan. She received her BFA from University of Cincinnati. She is curator of Studio 23 in Bay City, Michigan and a certified working artist for Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin, New York.

Valerie has exhibited nationally including the Chicago Biennial, New American Drawing in Santa Fe, New Mexico and the National Collage Society in Massachusetts. Recently her work was shown at Site: Brooklyn in New York.

She has lectured across Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana on painting with acrylics. These lectures are presented at art departments, art guilds, art stores and associations.

Valerie has juried exhibits in the Midwest, including Anton Art Center’s Michigan Annual XLVIII, Ann Arbor Women Artists Summer Show, Midwest National Abstract Art Exhibition by Indiana’s Southside Art League and Midland Center for the Arts Summer Art Fair.

She recently curated a collaborative exhibit with Studio 23 and Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy titled “Land to River” and films weekly art demonstrations for Studio 23.

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 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

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