named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts Intensive Program
A 1- to 3-year certificate program providing immersive studio practice, one-on-one mentoring, and individual workspace in a supportive environment focused on interdisciplinary development and career preparation in the arts.
General Courses and Workshops
Year-round classes in diverse disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, new media, and art history, offered days, evenings, and weekends for all levels.
Master in Studio Art
Advanced certificate program for artists seeking to develop professional portfolios, including structured coursework, individual studio space, faculty mentorship, and culminating in a final group exhibition.
The HUB Center for the Arts
A creative laboratory offering private studios, exhibition opportunities, and community engagement through group critiques and open studio events, integrated with the school’s educational programs.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Art Education Workshops 4 activities
- Deliver arts intensive programs for emerging artistsOffers a one-, two-, or three-year Arts Intensive Program that supports emerging artists through individualized mentoring, studio-based coursework, technical skill development, and articulation of artistic vision. The program includes dedicated studio space in the HUB Lab, low student-teacher ratios, and flexible curricula tailored to individual development.
- Issue certificates upon program completionAwards a certificate to students who complete the Master in Studio Art curriculum or the Fine Arts Certificate program, which requires 1,520 to 1,728 class hours depending on program length.
- Offer summer and continuing education programsProvides a Summer Arts Intensive Program led by the Executive Director, offering a one- or two-month immersive experience with individual studio space, one-on-one mentoring, and instruction in portfolio and website development. Also offers continuing education courses in traditional, contemporary, and experimental art approaches with rolling enrollment.
- Provide studio art instruction across disciplinesOffers hands-on courses and workshops in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, art history, art theory, studio practices, and professional development, with over 40 courses taught annually by 25 faculty members. Instruction emphasizes traditional and contemporary techniques, delivered in person with flexible scheduling and rolling enrollment through 8-week sessions.
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Artist Marketplace Operations 1 activity
- Facilitate artwork sales for exhibiting artistsSupports artists by facilitating the sale of their work through its galleries, providing price lists and sales assistance to collectors and buyers.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Facilitate student exhibitions and public showcasesOperates an established exhibition program across six dedicated spaces at the school and THE HUB Center for the Arts, hosting annual year-end shows, final group exhibitions for program completers, and regular group and select solo exhibitions for Hub Lab members. Includes an annual Open Studio Exhibition and final two-week showcase for Summer Arts Intensive participants.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Operate shared arts facilities and studiosManages THE HUB, a 9,000 sq ft arts center featuring 22 creative spaces, two galleries, private studios, collaborative areas, and 8,000 square feet of educational facilities. Provides enrolled students with guaranteed single-occupancy studio space in the HUB Lab for the duration of their program and offers monthly locker rentals.
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Publish exhibition catalogs and art publicationsSelf-publishes exhibition catalogues and art-related materials through HUB Tantrum Publications, supporting documentation and dissemination of student and artist work exhibited in school galleries.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Support artist professional developmentProvides training and resources to help students build professional portfolios, artist statements, websites, photographic archives, and marketing materials. Offers one-on-one mentorship, access to lectures and panel discussions, and collaboration opportunities with visiting art professionals including curators, dealers, and representatives from major art institutions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.34M
Contributions & grants$1.61M69%
Program service revenue$729K31%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.34M
Program expenses69%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$803K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.86M
Cash$113K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.17M
Net assets$684K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +4.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MAURIZIO PELLEGRIN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $232K |
board members · 5
- DIANE SCHOTTENSTEIN — SECRETARY
- ELIZABETH LAWRENCE — PRESIDENT
- ERIC J GRANNIS — TREASURER
- JOHN TAYLOR — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSEPH STOPPER — BOARD MEMBER (RESIGNED MAY 2025)
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Art Students League of New York Partner — Faculty members have studied at or are affiliated with the Art Students League of New York, indicating a professional connection.
- Corporations Partner — Collaborates with corporations to support school programs, scholarships, and technology.
- Foundations Partner — Partners with foundations to support school programs, scholarships, and technology.
- Maurizio Pellegrin Partner — Executive Director leading the Arts Intensive Program and delivering Master Class lectures for The Hub Lab members.
- Maurizio Pellegrin Partner — Executive Director leading the Summer Arts Intensive Program.
- Maurizio Pellegrin Partner — Serves as School Executive Director and directs the Master in Studio Art program.
- Maurizio Pellegrin Partner — Serves as School Executive Director and directs the certificate program.
- NYC’s vibrant art community Partner — Collaborates with New York City's art community through courses, workshops, and programming.
- New York City Public Schools Government — Follows New York City Public Schools' closure schedule for weather-related class cancellations.
- New York City art organizations Partner — Collaborates with partnering New York City art organizations to provide opportunities for specialized study.
- Partners Partner — Works with groups of partners to create new programs, scholarships, and acquire new technology.
- The HUB Center for the Arts Partner — Collaborates on exhibitions and programming across shared spaces, including The HUB Gallery and Alley Galleries.
- prestigious art institutions Partner — Collaborates with members of prestigious art institutions through visiting professional engagements in the Fine Arts Certificate program.
strategies · 4
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.
- Atelier-Based Interdisciplinary Mentorshipmethodology: atelier_methodology_with_interdisciplinary_mentorshipBy combining a rigorous atelier methodology with interdisciplinary faculty mentorship and conceptual practice, the school advances individual artistic development because structured discipline paired with diverse professional guidance fosters deeper creative exploration and technical mastery.
- Flexible, Student-Directed Artistic Incubatormethodology: student_directed_incubatorBy offering a student-directed curriculum within an experimental incubator environment supported by rolling enrollment, the school enables sustained artistic innovation because autonomy and flexible access allow artists to pursue self-defined projects in response to evolving interests and life circumstances.
- Gallery as Intellectual and Social Catalystmethodology: gallery_as_catalystBy positioning the gallery as a philosophical hub and social mirror, the school deepens artistic discourse because treating exhibitions as sites of contemplation and societal reflection transforms them into engines for critical thinking and cultural research.
- Immersive Studio Practice with Professional Integrationmethodology: studio_practice_professional_integrationBy centering education in immersive, studio-based learning and integrating professional competencies such as portfolio development and public exhibition, the school prepares artists for successful careers because experiential engagement combined with real-world readiness strengthens artistic identity and market relevance.