Testimonials
Testimonials from Artists & Students:
"Finally, I found help and direction for my painting! Gene and Pro's Art School has been like a huge gift to me."
-- Bonnie Wozniak
"I searched for an art school with a high caliber of teaching and ethics and support, both from the teacher and fellow students - and I found it in Pro's Art."
-- Ellen Neary
"Finally - an instructor who knows and can communicate how to paint from fundamentals to advanced levels. I've learned more about painting in one year than in our ten years of trying other art schools and instructors. Thanks!" -- Lucy Rachynski
"You are never too old to learn. At age 79 I took my firsts lesson at Pro's. I love it. Truly saved my sanity."
-- Evelyn T
"Good instruction, good people, good music, good food . . . an atmosphere conducive to creativity and inspiration."
-- Theresa Donaldson
"I always look forward to the days at Pro's Art. The challenges are always there, as is the satisfaction of learning about all facets of the art of oil painting. Learning in such a good atmosphere and with good teaching makes this a place of renewal. I also like the satisfying hours I can spend at home with one of the projects. This is a nourishing part of my life. Thank you."
-- Aline Bell
"I didn't know if I could, but I wanted to for years. After a bout of cancer I learned you can't wait . . you need to make time. When a friend was telling me she had started painting at Pro's Art, and how good they were at having success right from the first painting, I knew this was my chance. I love it! Painting is stimulating and calming at the same time. With the great teaching and encouragement of other students, I have surprised myself! Thank you,
"Pro's Art School has made a dream come true for me. Gene Prokop has taught me that anyone can become a painter and no one is too old to start. It just takes patience, persistence and always listening to my teacher."
-- Jude Jansen
"What does Pro's Art School mean to me:
A whole new horizon has opened for me. It is allowing me to develop the skills necessary to learn to paint as I always wished I could. I never wanted to be part of the art movement that threw paint, emotion and no technique at the canvas. Thanks for making technique our foundation. I feel privileged to be here."
-- Michelle Munay
"Enrolling in Gene Prokop's Art School was the best decision of my life, literally. I have had a passion for art since I was a child. Art could make me forget hunger, insecurity, being poor, the world. Due to circumstances beyond my control (although I had taken a number of art classes here and there) I was not able to enroll in a "real" art school and was therefore a"Sunday painter."
Along came Gene - - dedicated, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, encouraging, patient and inspiring and much more and I knew instantly that I had finally found the absolute best. I knew also that I would eventually learn to get from point A to B and love the process. I truly feel that I am now making progress, because I've finally learned not only to listen to my teacher, but also to APPLY his unlimited knowledge and experience to my work. I am in awe at the works being produced at a master's level by many of my fellow students and am striving towards that goal. My fellow students are wonderful people; intelligent, talented, fun and always willing to give constructive advice. I love my Wednesday night art classes; feel very privileged to be in Gene's School and am thankful that Gene's teaching is turning my wishes and dreams into goals. My life is infinitely happier and richer because of Pro's Art School."
-- Renate Wibsling