Josh, originally from Mississippi, is a professional artist who specializes in all mediums of art. He is an exhibiting artist with art all over the world including, but not limited to, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, & London. He has been featured in publications, news boardcasts, and much more. "You can't wait for inspiration, you have to go after it!" - J. London
Hi painters! I am from Toronto, Canada, and I moved to Atlanta when I was three years old. In my downtime, I enjoy my cats, create art, and explore the outdoors. I have a background in Psychology and Human Resources, but I have been an artist my whole life because it helps me feel connected to my creative side! My favorite thing about teaching art is how it helps everyone feel more connected and confident as painters as well. I hope the studio is an enriching environment for you to feel inspired to create your art too!
Hello! My name is tasnia. But Tas is good for short. I am a Bengali American who’s lived in Atlanta their whole life! I have three cats who accompany me for all my artist needs. I have a little brother who means the world to me who too enjoys art! I have drawn my whole life. My art is made up of things of imagination and all my favorite cartoons. I enjoy paint, and polymer clay! You can find me on a sunny day painting a canvas over and over or in a text book for school! Can’t wait to paint with you!
Getting outside is good for the soul. Through my artwork, I try to bring the outside in and leave the boundaries. Everything is captured in the spontaneous dance and movement of the brush and the solidity of clay. My art is about the resonance of the organic and geometric. I have been drawing and painting professionally for twenty plus years and I have associated with art as long as I can remember. Custom art work is my specialty. The unique combination of wood and clay,creating personalized art that captures the imagination to discover beauty in unusual places, is my kind of art.
Hi there! My name is Ria and I’ve lived in Georgia my whole life, and Atlanta for 5 years! I’ve been doing art for as long as I can remember, and have continued to pursue it throughout the years . In high school, I discovered digital art and knew I loved it immediately. I attended SCAD ATL to get my degree in Graphic Design and Motion Media, but hands-on art is where I really shine! I love embroidery, clay sculpting, drawing, 3D modeling, decoden, resin, baking, and of course, painting! I’ve been doing acrylic painting since I was in middle school and my love for it has only grown as I have. Painting with a Twist has given me the opportunity to share this passion with others while showing people painting so much easier than you think! One of my favorite things about art is how different everyone’s art can look even if we are all using the same reference! My goal is that you leave my class with great memories, some good laughs, and unique painting that showcases you as a person and an artist. I love to listen a lot and I love to talk a lot, so if you’re an introvert, I’ll do all the talking for you! And if you’re a fellow extrovert with stories and jokes to share, I’m all ears! I look forward to painting with you, and hope to see you soon!! <333
Alan Shorey is a multidisciplinary artist based in Atlanta, GA. Originally from Rome, GA, Alan earned his BFA in Art with a concentration in Painting and Drawing from the University of Georgia in 2022. With a background in painting, ceramics, and eco-printing, Alan's work weaves together playful personal narratives with inquiries into local ecology. He seeks to create works that feel weathered and ancient; his drawings bridge the gap between old and new as he paints on decades old notes and scrap papers that have been treated through the eco-printing process. Through abstraction and markmaking, he creates a visual language that reflects both a sense of loss and renewal of natural environments.
Hello! My name is Anna Valdez and I am an artist and 2D digital animator with a BFA and MA in 2D digital animation! My credits include working with Youtube channel MASHED, and with SPINDLEHORSE on an episode Hazbin Hotel. I am passionate about teaching art and making it as fun as it can be, so I hope you have a blast if you're paired up with me! I adore Video Games, Cartoons, Anime, and all things art! In addition to Painting and Animation, I love to sew plushies (and have a nice collection of plushies- you may see one in the studio with me helping out...!). I look forward to painting with you soon!!
Hi artist! I am Briana, Bri for short. I was born and raised right here in Atlanta and I have my BFA from The Illustrious Savannah State University. As an artist I like to view life through all angles, by seeing the bigger picture and the smaller details in every situation. Whenever I find myself in a situation where I don’t quite feel like myself or I’m upset about something, I always pull back and look at the bigger picture. Other times when I find myself feeling overwhelmed or overlooking anything, I always zoom into the smaller details. Not only has art taught me this but it has also helped in my belief that everything happens for you and not to you. Like when you “make a mistake” while painting, taking a photo, acting, or even doing normal daily activities, in the end that “mistake” was meant to happen which leads you to unexpected beauty and happiness.
Hi, I'm Denny. I'm from Lansing, Michigan, but have lived in Atlanta most of my life. I've enjoyed having an acting career with credits that include All The Queen's Men, Watchmen, and They Cloned Tyrone. I also like to play guitar and spent some time teaching guitar to kids after school. Drawing and painting has been a passion since I was young, and it's a pleasure to be part of Painting With A Twist. Helping people have fun fostering their creativity is very satisfying. I look forward to painting with you soon!
Hey everyone! My name is Hollie I am a Detroit-born, Atlanta-based multidisciplinary artist working through painting, pole dance, hairstyling, and visual storytelling. My art celebrates movement, beauty, and self-expression. Detroit gave me my creative foundation, and Atlanta expanded it, shaping the fluid, expressive language I use across all my mediums. Whether I’m on the pole, painting, or styling hair for performance, I explore themes of transition, ascension, and love. My work merges body, color, and design to show how creativity transforms identity and how movement can become its own form of visual art.
Hey, painters! I’m a Vietnamese artist and illustrator based in the Sandy Springs area! When I’m not here, you can find me tabling and selling my art at events locally and out-of-state! Outside of art, I also enjoy a good workout sesh at the gym, some cheeky gaming, or a hearty meal!