named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Art History Lecture Series
Public lectures on artists and themes including Caravaggio, Botticelli, Saint Francis, and the Minotaur, led by academic scholars
Figure Drawing Foundations: Anatomy for Beginners
Introductory workshop on human anatomy and proportions using sculptures and reference images; no live models used
From Sketch to Stitch: Create Your Own Garment
Hands-on fashion design course covering sketching, fabric selection, pattern drafting, and hand/machine sewing to produce a wearable garment
Manga Lab
Six-week course in manga character design, storyboarding, and inking techniques; final projects featured in a group exhibition
Reviving the Renaissance
Twelve-session workshop teaching classical drawing and painting techniques including chiaroscuro, grisaille, and oil glazing; culminates in a group exhibition
Studio Painting
Tailored painting sessions for all skill levels focusing on individual creative development and technique exploration
Summer Art History Lecture Series
Annual lecture series on Great Masters of Art including Van Gogh, Velazquez, Piero della Francesca, Manet, Goya, and Leonardo
Watercolor Portfolio Workshop
Instruction in watercolor techniques to build a cohesive collection of works for exhibition
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Art Education Workshops 2 activities
- Immersive art workshops culminating in group exhibitionsOffers six-week immersive art workshops in drawing, painting, manga, watercolor, sewing, figure drawing, and studio painting, designed to build foundational skills and personal artistic voice, culminating in group exhibitions. These workshops are offered to the general public and tailored to various skill levels.
- Summer art programs in classical techniquesHosts summer art classes focused on classical drawing and painting techniques such as chiaroscuro, grisaille, and oil glazing for students aged 15 and up, including adults of all skill levels. Includes a public exhibition of student artworks at the end of the program.
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Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
- Full-year artistic programmingOffers a comprehensive, year-round program of artistic activities beginning January 2025, including workshops, summer art programs, art history lectures, and public exhibitions, designed to foster continuous engagement with the arts.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Public art events and exhibitionsOrganizes public art events and exhibitions in Manhattan, including group exhibitions of student and emerging artists’ works, with a permanent location at 323 E. 33rd St in Kips Bay since 2023. Events are open to the general public and support community engagement with the arts.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Traveling and on-site art education programsProvides mobile and on-site art classes and workshops for schools, community centers, private events, and organizations across New York City, including adaptive sessions for people with disabilities, seniors, and youth. Programs are delivered directly to partner sites to increase accessibility.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Art history lecture seriesConducts art history lectures using a Master-Apprentice teaching approach, covering topics such as Caravaggio’s spirituality, Botticelli’s muse, St. Francis in art, the Minotaur in literature and art, and a summer 2025 series on Van Gogh, Velazquez, Piero della Francesca, Manet, Goya, and Leonardo. Lectures are delivered in Italian with simultaneous English translation.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$8K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$7K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$3K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$3K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +85.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Francesco Santoro — Director
- Graziella Pruiti — Director
- Mary F Wilches — Director
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- 33 Club Partner — Partner organization that supported the launch of the full-year artistic activities program starting January 2025.
- Brera Academy of Fine Arts Partner — Studied and taught at the academy, and collaborated with faculty on contemporary art conferences.
- Community Centers & Libraries Partner — Delivers hands-on art education programs in partnership with community centers and libraries.
- Italian Government Government — Commissioned Maestro Santoro to create a monument in honor of the Italian Army in Brescia.
- KBCA Partner — Partner organization that supported the launch of the full-year artistic activities program starting January 2025.
- Maestro Francesco Santoro Partner — Visual artist and art history scholar delivering a summer lecture series on great masters of art.
- Prof. Dr. Eveline Baseggio Partner — Regular lecturer on art history topics including Caravaggio, the Minotaur, St. Francis, and Botticelli's muse.
- Prof. Dr. Mary E. Brown Partner — Lecturer on the cultural exchange between Italian immigrant artists and American Bohemians in Greenwich Village.
- Public & Private Schools Partner — Provides school residencies, after-school programs, and summer camps in collaboration with public and private schools.
- RRASP Partner — Collaborates with New Renaissance Arts Center of New York on workshop programming
- Rockella Space Partner — Hosts art workshops in partnership with New Renaissance Arts Center.
- Rockella Space Partner — Hosts workshops in partnership with New Renaissance Arts Center of New York
- Senior Centers & Adult Day Programs Partner — Collaborates with senior centers and adult day programs to provide community enrichment and mobility-friendly art classes.
- Special Needs Organizations Partner — Partners with special needs organizations to deliver inclusive and adaptive art experiences.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Apprenticeship Model for Classical Art Trainingmethodology: apprenticeship-model instructionBy teaching classical drawing and painting through master demonstrations, daily personalized feedback, and guided practice, students develop technical skill and creative identity because iterative, mentor-driven instruction deepens both craft and self-expression.
- Art as a Pathway to Wellness and Spiritual Nourishmentmethodology: art-for-wellnessBy using art education and programming to engage the mind and spirit, the organization promotes holistic well-being because creative practice is positioned as a restorative and uplifting force in individual and communal life.
- Exhibition-Based Learning for Creative Validationmethodology: exhibition-based_learningBy using group exhibitions as a culminating experience, the organization reinforces creativity and healing because public recognition of artistic work strengthens individual agency and community connection.
- Inclusive, Community-Driven Art Programmingmethodology: community-driven-artsBy designing workshops that are accessible to all skill levels and partnering with community spaces, the organization fosters inclusive artistic expression because lowering barriers to participation promotes self-expression and strengthens community ties.
- Spiritually Integrated Art Educationmethodology: spiritual-art-educationBy studying Italian Renaissance masters and emphasizing faith-based expression in art, students are guided on a spiritual journey because the curriculum connects technical learning with devotional meaning and transcendent purpose.