Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Organic Series: Sketching & Drawing with Chris Maggio
“Teaching at Workshop, I am able to provide new art outlooks, help stressed artists to relax, and offer healthy ideas and techniques, all the while realigning my methods of teaching. My courses are unique, my students are as well, and I want each of my artists to walk out with new confidence and handful of techniques that will carry them through their respective art careers, be it all consuming, or a fun personal hobby.”
Organic Series PArt 1: Organic Sketching
For Beginners!! Never drawn before? THIS would be the perfect class for you!
Every Tuesday at 4pm - 6pm or Wednesday at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Organic Series Part 2: Organic Drawing
Required to take organic sketching FIRST before taking this class!
Every Thursday at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Chris’ Philosophy
Art is a deeply human expression—a way of discovering ourselves and our place in the larger tapestry of life. By simply observing and appreciating beauty—the subtlety of a portrait, the contour of a figure, the play of light on form—we connect with something greater. Nature, after all, is our greatest teacher.
While I take my craft seriously, I try not to take myself too seriously. As Elizabeth Gilbert reminds us, “Only when we are at our most playful can divinity finally get serious with us.”
As a teacher, I see myself as a guide along your artistic path. Your goals, strengths, and challenges shape my approach. I aim to provide thoughtful, personalized feedback so that every student feels supported in their unique journey.
About the Instructor
Spencer Brady is a classically trained painter with a lifelong passion for the arts. After visiting Florence during a painting and drawing study abroad program, he fell in love with the city of Florence, and decided he simply had to live and study there. In 2018, he began his studies at Charles H. Cecil Studios in Florence, Italy, where he was rigorously trained in the sight-size method, emphasizing precision, proportion, and the study of light and form. Spencer has exhibited internationally, including in “Cuatro Miradas” in Villa de Leyva, Colombia—a group exhibition showcasing four contemporary artists from around the world. As an instructor, Spencer is committed to helping students build strong foundational skills while cultivating self-confidence in a supportive and focused environment. Spencer loves walking his dog, cooking good food, and driving with the windows down!