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Studio Bridge 95. Glen Southern, 3D Modeler, Digital Sculptor & Educator

Raymond Bonilla is joined by digital sculptor and modeler, Glen Southern of SoutherGFX.

Female portrait of a woman with long red hair wearing a vintage pilot helmet, inspired by Bill Carman's art style, showcasing artistic portraiture and classic aviation themes.

Studio Bridge 94. A Dive into the Fantastical Mind of Bill Carman

Bill Carman shares his personal journey as an artist in an honest conversation about the early stages of his career up until the current day.

Free Course Access to Artists Affected by the Sudden Closure of The Art Institutes

If you are a student or educator at The Art Institutes, who was left adrift by the sudden closure of this institution, Visual Arts Passage is waiving all fees to attend our Summer and Fall 2023 Guest Speaker Packs.

High-quality pencil sketch of a woman's portrait, inspired by her photograph displayed on a computer screen, showcasing realistic art techniques and portrait drawing skills.

How to Get Into Art School: A Comprehensive Guide

In this guide on how to get into art school, we explain getting into art school, from researching programs to presenting a portfolio.

Vibrant landscape painting of a serene lake with lush green trees, created with watercolor techniques on paper at Visual Arts Passage. An artist's hand is seen adding fine details with a brush.

The Art of Mixed Media Painting: Types, Techniques & Examples – 2026

Mixed media painting offers a unique outlet for creative freedom, providing art makers and aficionados alike with endless possibilities of expression.

Studio Bridge, 80: Sterling Hundley

Illustrator and painter, Sterling Hundley joins the podcast with illustrator and painter, John English on unleashing the power of storytelling and imagination

"Contemporary and classic fine art portraits showcasing diverse artistic styles, techniques, and media from the Visual Arts Passage collection.".

How to Kickstart Your Illustration Career

How do you get your first job? What are the most common mistakes artists make? What art should be in my portfolio? This Q&A-style lecture covers everything there is to know about developing your portfolio, building your skills, and professional strategies to pursue a career in illustration.