I came to Foropoulos studio of fine arts in hopes of expanding my knowledge and love for art. This is the perfect place. Paul and Dina are the sweetest people and Paul is an absolutely amazing teacher that has allowed me to already learn so much in just a few lessons. Dina works so hard to keep everything organized and everybody happy. She truly brightens everyones day. I look forward to this class each week. I 100% recommend:)

I have been looking for a studio like this for so long! Ive always admired art and wished I could create it myself but I never felt I was good enough. I decided I wanted to take lessons from an expert and someone who could really teach me the craft for real. That is exactly what I found here! In just a few lessons I feel like Ive improved so much. I went from drawing flat and disproportionate objects to creating art with real perspective and dimension and I cant wait to see what comes next. Thank you so much Paul and Dina for creating a wonderful studio that I look forward to going to every week.

It has been an honor to learn from Paul. I have been able to improve my technique and be more aware of my potential. Paul is an amazing artist who has a heart to teach and transmit his experience and knowledge with such patience and dedication. I definitely recommend taking art classes here!

Paul is an amazing teacher and is there to guide you every step of the way throughout your painting journey which has made me feel more at ease.Also Dina ensures that there is a welcoming environment and that the studio is a comfortable place to work at.It feels like an art family.Overall I highly recommend this place if you want to get into art.

Paul is an excellent teacher. If you really want to develop into a true artist this is the place to go.

Paul is very patient and an excellent teacher with a lot of experience. Dina adds a great sense of environment and ensures there is always inspirational music in the background. I have leaned a lot from Paul in a very short amount of time. Glad I found this place.

This is an excellent school for those who are serious about developing their skills in painting, drawing, etc. Paul is a world class artist and instructor and very dedicated to developing quality artists. I highly recomend this training center.

Paul is an amazing artist and instructor; I have noticed a significant improvement in my art since I have began lessons here. Dina frames the finished pieces beautifully. They are both kind people and I always look forward to this class :)

Love the warm and fun environment! Paul (the artist/ instructor) pushes everyone to do their best work and to make professional level pieces from pencil, to colored pencil, to oil paintings! Its absolutely amazing! Pauls wife, Dina, is incredible too. She puts the finishing touch on all the pieces with her beautiful frames, which are 2 to 3 times less than any other framing place or company! I love it and Ill definitely be returning!!

I began lessons from Paul in March. With only 3hrs per week I am surprised what I can draw. First project was a black pencil drawing designed to learn shading and blending. Shocked that I could make a bottle actually look like a round bottle. Next project will be another pencil drawing, then possibly a color pencil project before I start to work with oils. Learning the basics of drawing is the foundation to create good oil paintings. Amazing that Paul can show me one little technique than changes the appearance of the object. A wonderful, relaxing, enjoyable experience which I hope to do for years. Also good for my blood pressure.

This is not your ordinary college or art center place of artist training. It is the extraordinary privilege of studying with Master Artist, Paul Foropoulos. Once he accepts you as a potential student who is trainable he will challenge your abilities to become the best artist you can be. His method teaches the whole person and about the whole industry. Art as a business. He will start your training where you are at and coach you through a series of skill training exercises. He also offers master classes and private lessons. His time is very valuable, as he is also a working artist taking on commissions and his own works. His beautiful wife, Dina, is not only a wonderful framer, but she holds down the fort by managing all the organizational tasks as well as occasionally modeling in very unique character poses that can lead into wonderful paintings and drawings. Pauls experiences are remarkable from NYC to the islands of Greece with much success. He is offering his time to share his gifts and talents and passing them down to those who are willing to put in the serious work!

Paul Foropolous studios offers a unique and rewarding experience, and people that you work with can really become like family.To respond to what Miriam said:Quality art supplies are generally not cheap. It was made clear that the art supplies are not included in the price of lessons and the ones that you get are reasonable priced; at the same time, both Paul and Dina are aware that art supplies can get expensive, and they do their best to work with your financial situation.Depending on how much experience you have, it may take you awhile to finish a piece of art, but that’s because it takes more time to do something right the first time. Results really reflect the time put in.And another thing - The artist’s wife Dina is extremely sweet and thoughtful, and she is very respectful to the students.Before you begin a class, you should talk to Paul, Dina, and also some of the current students in order to get a better idea of what to expect. If you start out a class with false expectations, then you could waste your time as well as Paul’s.As someone who has been teaching art for longer than I have been alive, Paul knows how to work with people of different ages and backgrounds. If you have the passion for art and even a smidge of potential, he will help you improve as an artist. But! If being an artist is something you really want, you will have to understand that these classes are a commitment and will require you to invest a certain amount of money and time.Overall, my experience has been great, and I love Paul and Dina. They dont deserve to be disrespected in the way that some of the ex-students did -_-.

I joined the studio of Paul Forooulos a number of years ago as a complete novice. During this time, he has developed my work to a standard that is marketable and has included it in his shows, where I was able to sell several of the pieces. Since then my eye site has deteriorated but he has not given up on me. On the contrary, he has shown me how to harness the knowledge that he has taught me and I have been able to maintain this improvement. So much so, that I have now been excepted by gallery to exhibit my work.I have noticed that he takes the time to understand his students and see the obstacles that they have to overcome to produce fine art. He takes them as far as the ability will let this happen. He encourages them to go beyond their opinion of their ability and in most cases achieves his aim. The majority of the students have been proud enough of their works to have them framed by Dina, his wife, who takes great pains to select the design that most enhances their work

Paul and Dina are an expert team--instructor and framer, producing artists with the highest quality work. The framing is expert, yet economical!

Before I started art lessons with Paul I knew nothing, now my art work is admired by everyone who sees it. I feel so privileged to have someone of Pauls caliber as a teacher. To find someone who not only knows what he is doing but can also teach is truly amazing. Anyone in this area who doesnt take advantage of what Paul is offering is really missing an opportunity of a lifetime. The price is really inexpensive for this level of instruction. Pauls methods are exacting, but if you stick to it you will see great results. Stop by the Studio and see his work and his students and be sure and meet his lovely wife, Dina. She mothers all of us and is the glue that holds everything together.

I enjoyed painting when I was younger and I was pretty good, but life happened. I had been looking for an instructor to help me. I found Paul & Dina. They are an amazing team and amazing to work with. One look at Pauls work and I knew I could excel as his student.The instruction is personalized to your skill level and goals. I recently finished my first horse painting. Something I had always wanted to do.Dina did the framing and it came out amazing.I would highly recommend the studio. This is a professional level art studio, if you are serious about your art, this is the place to be.Dina runs the office and does the framing. She is very open and caring.

Artists from every level, if you havent held a brush or pencil to selling your art in galleries, you will find instruction and guidance here at the Foropoulos Studio. The difference between creating for the love and challenge to seriously wanting to break into the art world is your own self motivation. However, we all need to bring out the best we can and this is what Paul Foropoulos is a master at. You will achieve new levels of ability under his tutelage because he instinctively knows how to pull it out of you and encourages you to do your best even if you think you are already there. Ive watched talented young children grow and enter the art world, good artists that want to learn a new skill, and the arts and crafts dabbler learn to create Fine Art. We here in the tricounty area have the honor of taking instruction from a world class successfull artist and its a darn shame if you dont give yourself the opportunity to improve your skills. I paint just for the love of creating and have made lifelong friends through the years. For me studio time is my time to enjoy kindred companionship and challenge my eye and hand. Traveling to France or Italy for summer art classes isnt necessary because we have this amazing talented man right here in Florida.

This is the kind of studio that can transform you. From the moment you walk into the building Paul’s artwork on the walls inspire you to pick up a pencil, a paint brush or whatever your medium may be to make something beautiful. Paul is a wonderful and talented artist, but even better for us , he is a knowledgeable and encouraging teacher. He will tease out your best talents because he knows what his students can doso much better than they know themselves. It is a privilege to follow such a creative mentor.

If youre serious about developing your artistic abilities this is the place to go. Ive been to other places for painting and life model classes and this is the best one. It is excellent quality artistic training that is reasonably priced and instructed by an accomplished artist and instructor. I have been attending for a while and wont go anywhere else!

Ive been training at this art center for many years after trying and rejecting other art classes all over the county. Instruction, guidance and encouragement is the mission of this Master Artist and teacher who genuinely cares for his students. He will challenge you to do more than you think that your level of talent is, pulling from you your very best work. Dina Foropoulos provides a variety of choices for the best priced frames for the students art works. The studios class makeup policy to recoup missed sessions is generous and beyond fair. Other art class programs dont let you make up classes, its just your loss, oh well. With Dinas compassionate understanding of busy schedules allows all the students to have a full value for the class price.Dina and Paul are caring and generous and once you become a student here you are spoiled and pampered. Classes are reasonably priced and the friendships Ive developed will last a life time.

Best place in the country to train your mind, eye, and hand in the art world. Ive made friends for life of my fellow students and challenged my abilities to paint and sculpt. As a student you can take classes anywhere, but training under the tutelage of an international art master is a rare privilege. He will pull out of you the very best art work you are capable of. Paul Foropoulos will introduce and guide you to the knowledge of the secrets of his prestigious talents. It doesnt matter how young or old you are, he has the ability to adjust his expectations from you according to your abilities no matter what your skill level is.

My fiancee and I joined Foropoulos Studios less than a year ago, and we truly appreciate Paul and Dina Foropoulos for sharing their knowledge, and friendship to guide and encourage our artistic motifs.I am excited to continue practicing all the skills I learn from Paul, and am happy to see how far I can push myself with his support. Thank you for all the hours and hard dedication you both put into your own craft and passions, keep inspiring.-Seidy

When I started art instruction with Paul, I was looking for a new hobby. Oil painting was something I admired and always wanted to try. It was the first time I had ever picked up a paint brush. One of the things that really impressed me about Paul was when I first met him. He told me there are many medium artists out there, I teach fine art. I dont teach medium art.Paul is a brilliant instructor with students of all ages and Im glad I found his studio.

This place is terribly managed by a money hungry and rude administrator who happens to be the artist wife, the woman is rude to students and double and triple charge for supplies that supposed to be included, like paper!?!? And if you dare to complain or ask for an explanation about your money she just turn to you like a monster and tell you how cheap an good this place is, besides being the only one!, she is wrong, this is not cheap by a long shot, the teacher make you stay on a proyect for about 3 months without let you finish it making you going back and forth over and over that way you keep paying month after month and not learning different techniques. Very disappointed I just got enough and enough also of verbal abuse. Beware. Is your money after all.

Loved Pauls contemporary oils. He is a very versatile and talented fine artist. Would love to take some classes!

Paul is a great artist, took my daughter 11 years old to explore, dreams and express her self, in her drawings. He had talent and also all his students I am so happy.