I am so grateful for the response to our Student Show this past Friday night. Hundreds of adults, teens and kids who attend One River School came out to see their artwork side by side with their peers. One of the coolest things is seeing the really young kids at…

The word “graduation” generates a variety of feelings for me. When I was a kid, I couldn’t get where I was going fast enough. But like most people, as you get older, you try to slow down and savor the special moments because you know how fast life ticks by.…

We’re Having a Baby! Yes, One River School is multiplying…we’re opening our 2nd location in Allendale, NJ this September and I couldn’t be more excited about it. It’s been almost four years since we launched One River in Englewood and created “a new direction in art education.” The goal from…

Every day I come to work I meet and connect with countless students of all ages and backgrounds and they all have one thing in common…they are motivated to push their creative potential. Meet Noelani Renderos. She is one of our most innovative students and has found a home here…

  Monday Thoughts: Naim Byrd Inside the walls of One River School, we talk about creating the next generation of great artists. Let me introduce you to Naim Byrd. Naim is from Englewood and has been with us for three years. At 17 years old, Naim has amazing drawing skills…

Not sure if I can say anything about Prince that hasn’t been said before, but I thought I would add a little something since reflecting on artists is at the core of Monday Thoughts. And, Lord knows Prince was the artist’s artist! When you play like Hendrix, write like Lennon and…

At One River School we teach in a compelling way that sets kids on the right track and gives adults a fresh approach to growing their skills. We could never be great without presenting world-class art right here in our space. It shows our community what is current, what is…

This Friday was one of the most successful days since we have opened One River School of Art + Design. We recently received some great press about the work we are doing but nothing replaces the feeling we get when we share our student work with the public. Friday was…

After 15 seasons, American Idol will fade into the sunset after the current winner is selected. The success of American Idol is undeniable…for many years it was the number one rated show on television and has played a role in helping almost 350 young singers jump start their careers.  …

Last Friday I had the pleasure to visit with Katherine Bradford in her Williamsburg studio. In a world of artwork that often looks the same, funneled through MFA programs that create certain types of outcomes, Katherine is an American original who embodies everything I love about art and artists. Her…