ArtsClub brings people together to learn about, discuss and create artwork. Our events are designed to harness the power of art to inspire new ideas, conversations and connections. Founded in 2018, ArtsClub now has a presence in NY and DC and hosts hundreds of events every year. No experience is necessary to enjoy ArtsClub events — only a desire to express yourself and get to know others through the process of discussing and creating artwork.

About ArtsClub

Contact Info

For NYC Events & Partnerships Inquiries please email jackie@artsclubstudios.com
For DC Events & Partnerships Inquiries please email dana@artsclubstudios.com
For Retreats or Teen Events, please email cydney@artsclubstudios.com.
For time-sensitive inquiries or other questions, please call Jackie at 917.975.9546 or email jackie@artsclubstudios.com.

 

East Village
311 East 3rd Street
New York, NY 10009

 
 

Dupont Circle
1506 19th St NW # 4
Washington, DC 20036

 

The ArtsClub Team

Management:

  • Jackie Dropp

    Founder & President

    Jackie is the Founder & President of ArtsClub, established in 2018. With over a decade of experience in the fine art industry, she has worked with leading auction houses, art fairs, and galleries in New York and London. Jackie earned her Master’s in Modern & Contemporary Art from Christie’s Education and holds a Bachelor’s in Art History and Political Economy from Tulane University. Her dedication to making art accessible and engaging is at the heart of ArtsClub's mission.

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  • Dana Notine

    Events & Partnerships Manager, DC

    Dana oversees events and partnerships at ArtsClub’s DC Studio, bringing nearly a decade of experience in arts education and curatorial work. She earned her Master’s in Art History from Hunter College and a Bachelor’s in Art History from FIT. Before joining ArtsClub, Dana curated exhibitions for renowned galleries including Hauser & Wirth, Established Gallery, and Ki Smith Gallery. Her writing has been published in Whitehot Magazine and The Brooklyn Rail.

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  • Cydney Williams

    Programming Manager

    Cydney leads the development of ArtsClub's curriculum for corporate groups, retreats, and teen programs. As a painter and mixed media artist with extensive teaching experience, she studied Art Education at the University of Vermont. After earning her teaching license for Pre-K through 12th grade, Cydney moved to NYC, where she refined her artistic practice under the mentorship of accomplished artists. In addition to her artistic expertise, Cydney is a yoga teacher with over a decade of experience. She not only teaches the history and techniques of art-making but also emphasizes the therapeutic and healing benefits of creativity.

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  • Matisse Dropp

    Mascot

    Named after Henri Matisse, our Matisse embodies the spirit of the Fauvist movement (a term derived from "les fauves" meaning "wild beasts" in French). Initially joining the team through familial connections, Matisse has earned his place, becoming a crucial and cherished member of the ArtsClub team. Matisse’s presence at events is by request only.

NY Art Instructors

  • Alex Leav

    Alex is a painter and mixed media artist with a B.A. in History from the University of Michigan and an M.F.A. from the School of Visual Arts. Along with her art practice, she brings experience working in galleries, museums, and as a studio assistant.

  • Abigail Cannon

    Abigail is an art historian with a passion for modern and contemporary art. She holds a B.A. in Art History and Italian from Washington University in St. Louis. Abigail has taught at esteemed institutions in the U.S. and Italy, including the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice Biennale and Wash U.

  • Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell

    Hilary is a celebrated cartoonist and illustrator whose work has been featured in The New Yorker, The New York Times, and beyond. She has authored and illustrated several books, including Murder Book and Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, But You Could’ve Done Better, showcasing her ability to mix art with humor.

  • Daniela Mayer

    Daniela is an art historian, curator, and educator specializing in modern and contemporary art. She earned her Master’s in Art History from Hunter College and has taught at institutions such as Hunter College, the School of Visual Arts, and Sotheby’s. Daniela has also curated multiple exhibitions in New York and Senegal.

  • Grace Jung

    Grace is a multidisciplinary artist and designer working at the intersection of textiles, print, and sculpture. She studied Economics and Studio Art at UC Berkeley and Textiles at Central Saint Martins. Grace’s work reflects the regenerative and evolving nature of human connection.

  • Shania Johnson

    Shania is an art historian with a B.A. from Lawrence University and an M.A. from McGill University. She has gained experience in galleries and museums, blending her love of research with hands-on roles in curating exhibitions and museum education. While her academic background focuses on pre-modern art, Shania is deeply passionate about 20th-century Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism.

  • Rose Shulman-Litwin

    Rose is a painter and sculptor with a B.F.A. in Studio Art from NYU. Her work examines feminism, sexuality, and familial relationships, weaving together deeply personal and universal themes.

  • Kira Britt

    Kira, known as the "Swiss Army Artist," creates art inspired by the beauty of nature and the essence of femininity. Her work captivates with its mysterious elegance and invites viewers to explore the interconnectedness of humanity and the natural world.

  • Ellie Kurlander

    Ellie Kurlander

    Ellie is an artist and art historian with a B.A. in Art History and Government from William & Mary. She has worked on youth outreach programming at the High Museum of Art, curated exhibitions at the Muscarelle Museum, and supported New York-based artists as a studio assistant.

  • Craig White

    Craig is a multidisciplinary artist with a B.F.A. in Photography and Printmaking from Purchase College. His work explores identity and self-expression through layered imagery and draws inspiration from counter-cultural movements and personal archives.

  • Deming King Harriman

    Deming is a collage artist and graphic designer with a B.F.A. in Illustration from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Her work, exhibited nationwide, draws on mythology and folklore to create imaginative characters that transport viewers to otherworldly realms.

  • Fernando Gregorio Pedroza

    Fernando is a multidisciplinary artist whose work delves into themes of mental health, identity, and sexuality. A B.F.A. graduate from Oregon College of Art and Craft, he blends diverse materials with intricate linework and color to explore the human psyche.

  • Luke Ivy Price

    Luke Ivy Price is an artist whose work is rooted in storytelling, history, and craftsmanship. His art has been exhibited in New York, Miami, and North Carolina and is represented by Ki Smith Gallery. Luke’s creations are part of many prominent private collections.

  • Tiffany Wang

    Tiffany is an artist whose paintings capture beauty found within urban landscapes. She studied Fine Arts at the University of Pennsylvania and also works at Hauser & Wirth, managing artist archives. Her art offers glimpses of wonder in the everyday.

DC Art Instructors

  • Katie Capristo

    Katie’s artistic journey began as a professional ballet dancer with the Pennsylvania Ballet before transitioning to the visual arts. She holds a B.A. in Art History from The George Washington University and an M.A. in Art History from Georgetown University. Katie has worked with many of DC’s most renowned galleries, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, specializing in communications, public relations, and enhancing visitor experiences.

  • Studio Art Instructor, DC

    Sam Hamilton

    Sam is a multi-disciplinary artist and educator with a degree in Art History and Political Science from American University. She specializes in murals and pavement art, managing a studio and gallery space in DC’s arts district, and brings a vibrant perspective to her teaching.

  • Anna Jane Storms

    Anna Jane is an arts educator and curator with a passion for visitor-centered learning and experiential education. She holds an M.A. in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University and a B.A. in Arts Management from Centenary College of Louisiana. Her curatorial experience includes exhibitions at the R.W. Norton Art Gallery and Meadows Museum of Art.

  • Janina Anderson

    Janina is a fiber artist and educator with an M.F.A. in Fibers from Concordia University and an M.A. in Studio Art and Art History from the University of Oregon. She has taught textile and printmaking courses at Concordia and Lesley University, with her work showcased in exhibitions across the U.S. and internationally.

  • Rileigh Pack

    Rileigh Pack

    Rileigh holds a Master’s in the History of Art, Theory, and Display from the University of Edinburgh, where she specialized in queer nightlife ephemera of the 1980s, and a B.A. in English from Sewanee: The University of the South. She draws inspiration from her grandmother, a multidisciplinary artist, and is passionate about fostering creativity and community.

  • Blas Goncalves-Borrega

    Blas is a professional cartoonist and comic artist with a degree in Sequential Art from Savannah College of Art and Design. Working primarily with water-based and India ink on cold-press Bristol paper, he brings a lifelong passion for storytelling and illustration to his craft.