What is an “Atelier” ?

Atelier (at·el·ier): a French term for an artists workshop or studio.

Beyond the definition is a tradition that predates the Renaissance and gained popularity in 19th century France for its rigorous, classical approach to a specialized art education.

Walnut Street Atelier is committed to upholding this tradition, offering classical training for the contemporary artist.

A woman painting on a palette in an art studio, holding a paintbrush and wearing a dark top and light-colored pants, surrounded by art supplies and canvases.

INSTRUCTORS

Black and white portrait of a smiling woman with short hair, wearing a black tank top and a necklace, against a plain background.

  • Founder & Instructor

    www.shannonvaught.com

    Shannon Vaught is an artist and instructor based in Columbus, Ohio. She teaches and exhibits nationally + internationally.

    After 3 years of classically based training, Shannon earned her BFA in Drawing + Painting from the Laguna College of Art + Design in 2019. Her time spent studying the human figure left her hungry for more, and she picked up a few classes at Watts Atelier and began attending various life drawing groups. Eventually, hosting life drawing sessions of her own in her private studio. It was a natural transition into teaching from there, modeling technical discipline married with personal expression to her students.