Artist Friends From College

Meet Richelle Cripe and Lina Tharsing, two of my peers and favorite painters of all time.

Richelle Cripe

Richelle is renowned for her nature scenes and vibrant palette. An engineer by profession, she shares a kinship with Leonardo DaVinci who dedicated himself to deeply understanding the medium of painting and unlocking magic in the technique, Richelle is much the same way. Learn more about Richelle here.

Lina Tharsing

Lina’s paintings are like poems. Taught from an early age by her talented parents Robert Tharsing and Ann Tower she is an expert at color, symbolism, and technique. Her artwork serves as an archive of the significant yet subtle moments in her life, exuding depth, a timeless quality, and offering a glimpse into another dimension. Learn more about Lina here. 

Art School, Is It Worth It?

Deciding on art school is a major commitment of time, money, and effort. But if you're a passionate aspiring artist, it can be a fantastic choice. I've learned a lot from my own art school experience and want to share key insights to help you make the most of it. Whether you're on the brink of this decision or already on the path, my goal is to provide invaluable advice for a fulfilling art school journey.

Stay till the end to read my list of 55 exciting art fields of study.