Academy of Realist Art
Boston location expands! 

After being in operation for less than a year we've outgrown our studio. A constantly increasing number of talented and dedicated students have filled our third floor studio space. After packing in a little tightly the last few months we've had the good fortune of being able to secure the 2nd floor of our building, more than doubling our floor space.

Upon entering the Academy you will find students hard at work on an array of assignments. Their hard work is paying dividends and it shows in their completed assignments.  Enrolling students come to us with a variety of previous experience, some have been artists for a while and others are complete beginners.  What they do have in common is that they are more skilled at drawing and painting because of their studies. You can work to master the skills of drawing and painting by enrolling in our ongoing weekday classes. We recommend that you come by the studio to have a look around and learn about our curriculum. To schedule a tour of the studio call (617) 426-3006 or email ara_boston@academyofrealistart.com. (We are unable to conduct unscheduled tours in an effort to minimize the interruption of class.)


Boston Location
112 South Street, Third Floor
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 426-3006

Located in the historic Leather District of Boston the academy has an exceptionally convenient location. South Station is only 1 block from the studio. From this transportation hub in Boston students can access Amtrak, Greyhound, commuter rail, bus and subway lines.

The Leather District is an up and coming neighborhood in Boston. The recent completion of the “Big Dig” depressed the highway that used to separate this waterfront area from downtown Boston. Loft conversions and an eclectic mix of restaurants dot the area. The studio is nestled amid a small collection of charming buildings that housed leather manufacturing operations at the turn of the 19th century. They showcase the distinctive architecture of their time, New England red brick and cast iron construction with tall plate glass windows. The new Rose Kennedy greenway helps to cocoon the neighborhood in greenery.

Historic and charming are the two words that best describe the cobblestone city of Boston. It’s a small city with easy access to the Atlantic Ocean. It is filled with museums, sports teams, and a multitude of historically significant sites. Its’ energetic pace comes in part from a large student population who live in the city while taking advantage of a myriad of world-class educational institutions.