About the
Academy
Holly Lowen
SURP 2015
Honoree:
Walter Robinson
About the
Academy
Our Mission: The New York Academy of Art is a
graduate school that combines intensive technical
training in the fine arts with active critical discourse.
We believe that rigorously trained artists are best able
to realize their artistic vision. Academy students are
taught traditional methods and techniques and
encouraged to use these skills to make vital
contemporary art.
engagement with contemporary discourse
Vision Statement
The New York Academy of Art aspires to be a center of creativity, learning, and expertise in the field of figurative art. Through an enduring commitment to traditional skills and a strong engagement with contemporary discourse, the Academy will empower a new generation of artists.
History
The New York Academy of Art was founded in 1982 by artists, scholars and patrons of the arts, including Andy Warhol, to foster a resurgence in the training of figurative and representational art. The Academy has since developed into a 501 (c)(3) non-profit cultural institution housing the nation’s first graduate school of figurative art, a continuing education program, the region’s most in-depth figurative art library, an extensive exhibition and lecture series, and iconic New York City events such as Take Home a Nude and Tribeca Ball.
Leadership
LEADERSHIP
Paul R. Provost,
Ph. D., President
Paul Provost was appointed President in April 2025, bringing 25 years of leadership across the non-profit and commercial art worlds — including founding CEO of the Art Bridges Foundation and Deputy Chairman at Christie’s. He holds a doctorate in art history from Princeton University.
LEADERSHIP
Peter Drake,
Provost
Peter Drake was appointed Provost in January 2018, previously serving as Dean of Academic Affairs since 2010. A practicing artist with work held in the Whitney Museum, MOCA LA, and LACMA, he is a recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Award.
Board of Trustees
- Eileen Guggenheim, Ph.D., Chair
- Bob Cochran, Treasurer
- Susan Wasserstein, Secretary
- Ashley Abess
- Curtis Bashaw
- Alain Bernard
- Nicolas Bos
- Karen Brooks
- Gray Coleman
- Rick Davidman
- Ben Feder
- Eric Fischl
- Jennifer Gilbert
- Margot Gordon
- Allison Hill-Edgar
- David Howard
- Sharon Jacob
- Helen King
- Lisa Lebofsky
- Holly Lowen
- Alyssa Monks
- Michael Moore
- Jennifer Schipf
- Whitney Stevens
- Jonathan Tibett
- Russell Wilkinson
- Frederica Wolfe
Facilities & Studios
111 Franklin
Street, Tribeca
The Office of Student Services functions as an information hub that fosters a healthy and productive learning and post-graduate environment. The
department circulates professional, academic, wellness, and living opportunities to both current students and alumni.
Studios are grouped to create an exchange of ideas across disciplines, and faculty conduct regular studio tours for tutorials and formal critiques.
Facilities & Studios
111 Franklin
Street, Tribeca
The Office of Student Services functions as an information hub that fosters a healthy and productive learning and post-graduate environment. The
department circulates professional, academic, wellness, and living opportunities to both current students and alumni.
Studios are grouped to create an exchange of ideas across disciplines, and faculty conduct regular studio tours for tutorials and formal critiques.
Facilities
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Facilities
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Accreditation
Middle States Commission on
Higher Education (MSCHE)
Accredited in 2016 · Last reaffirmation 2022 · Next self-study evaluation 2028–2029.
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year Arts, Music & Design Schools (exclusively graduate/professional). Approved credential levels: Post-baccalaureate Certificate and Master’s Degree.
https://www.msche.org/
National Association of Schools of
Art and Design (NASAD)
Accredited Associate member · Initial accreditation April 1, 2013 · Most recent comprehensive review 2024 · Next review 2033–2034. Covers CFA, MFA, and Continuing Education.
https://nasad.arts-accredit.org/
New York State Absolute Charter
Granted June 24, 1994 by the Board of Regents of The University of the State of New York. All programs registered with NYS Education Department, institution number 425700, HEGIS code 1002.00.