Ilana is insanely creative and passionate about what she does, and that really shines through with her work. She teaches her students not just how to complete a given project but emphasizes creativity, encouraging each child to make the piece their own. Unlike most other kids' classes that focus only on painting or drawing, Ilana's classes expose students to so many different materials, and no two projects are ever the same. My 7-year-old son most recently completed the take-home sand art menorah kit, which was fun and a conversation starter. I'm always so impressed with what Ilana comes up with and how she executes all her...
Read moreAda loves art class with Ilana. Ilana is able to connect with every child where they are and help them grow as artists. Ada loves going to class every week. Ilana is also a genuinely kind and thoughtful person. I feel very safe leaving Ada with her and know she looks out for her students as if they were her own children. Beat of all Ilana really encourages each child not through empty praise but engaged dialogue about their own artistic practice. I definitely recommend art classes with the Ilana and my daughter thinks everyone ahould be so kuck as to have her as an...
Read moreMy 6 year old loves Ilana's studio, and I do too! As a family with an art background some of the projects generally put in front of kids are so 'paint by numbers', do this, make it look like this at the end. Ilana is different! she inspires the kids with creative prompts - showing them art from the greats, and provides ideas which allow the kids to enjoy the process without constraint. The final results are great. I'm currently buying frames to show off some of the pieces from my son's time...
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