Tony van hasselt biography

I have always been in the art field and, as you can see, love to share the joy of painting.

Tony van hasselt biography

That little girl really seemed to enjoy adding a few touches.

In The Netherlands, I learned about creating window displays as well as the importance of brush control for showcard lettering. All prior to arriving in The US.

This valuable experience soon evolved into graphic design and advertising art.

Painting was pursued in art classes taught by Jay O’Meilia, A.W.S., and later, on a full-time basis under Frank Reilly, a popular instructor at the New York Art Students League.

During that time, I became one of the first workshop pioneers, organizing classes in Europe taught by my idols: John Pike, Edgar A. Whitney, Robert E. Wood, Tom Hill, Milford Zornes, and Rex Brandt. Looking back, it was great to sit in on their classes.

Over the years, these mentors became friends who inspired me to also paint and teach.

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