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June 2022 by Mark Hotle
I attended school here in early 1960s.Restored to just how I remember it.
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April 2019 by Dana Quillen
After 30 years in corporate and consulting life, I finally got to do what I've always wanted to do - become an artist. I have been taking oil painting classes here for the past 4 years and have loved every minute of it.
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August 2017 by Dana Quillen
After 30 years in corporate and consulting life, I finally got to do what I've always wanted to do - become an artist. I have been taking oil painting classes here for the past 4 years and have loved every minute of it. There is a class for everyone at every level - beginner to professional. I've focused on plein air painting but have added studio painting to my list in order to better see color. Painting is like golf - very frustrating at times but also very rewarding if one sticks with it and has patience. BSSS is unique in offering professional instruction for those of us who want to learn quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to start or resume their art.
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August 2017 by Ella M.
I love BSSS! The classes you can take here are varied, exciting, creative and inspiring. The artists who teach are phenomenal. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the building and studios are lovely. Take a class here!
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May 2016 by Margaret Johnson
I am so glad I decided to take my first painting class at BSSS! I am thrilled with the instruction I received from Jeffery Stockberger in his Beginners Indirect Painting Class. His detailed instruction on mixing paint, preparing the canvas and then reworking and developing the painting each week was excellent. His classroom demonstration , as well as his individual instruction, resulted in my first oil painting being one of which I am very proud. I have also visited the BSSS display at a local gallery and was impressed with the various forms of art work from the students. I think it is fantastic that Staunton offers such an advanced level of artistic classes. I plan on continuing my painting education in the fall.
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January 2015 by Leo C.
Has been in town for many many years. It's run by an established assortment of fine artists- great people- much to learn here. They often have classes you can sign up for. A great resource for Augusta county!
