Miano Academy of Art

06/19/2026

Some recent snapshots from our figure drawing workshop. So much focus, curiosity, and creativity in the room.
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06/15/2026

⭐️ GIVEAWAY ALERT ⭐️
We’re excited to announce that we are offering ONE full scholarship to our 2026 Summer Intensive Program - our July Portrait Session! Winner will receive this exclusive opportunity to hone their skills with us!

To enter:
1️⃣ Comment why you’re excited to join our workshop.
2️⃣ Tag 3 friends who would love to level up their art
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Anyone who hasn’t been an apprentice with us is eligible. Don’t wait-entries close soon, and you won’t want to miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and create in beautiful Sarasota, Florida.

06/11/2026

Did you know you could win this Iced Tea Sampler during ☕ Teatime with Charles: FREE Facebook Live Q&A 🎨 on July 5th?

A special thank you to TeBella Tea Company for sponsoring this giveaway! Be sure to visit their new Sarasota location at 591 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota, FL and explore their wonderful selection of teas.

Join Charles Miano live on July 5th for your chance to win!

Designed for the iced tea lover in all of us, the TeBella Iced Tea Sampler includes some of our best teas – served cold! The Iced Tea Sampler makes a great gift for any lover of tea or even a new tea drinker.

06/10/2026

Give the gift of artistic growth.

Looking for a meaningful gift for the artist in your life? A Miano Academy Class Gift Credit can be used toward online or in-person classes and workshops - giving artists the opportunity to study, grow, and be inspired through classical art education.

Whether they are just beginning their journey or looking to deepen their skills, this is a gift that supports creativity, discipline, and a lifelong love of art.

Available in $350, $500, and $1,000 options.

Give more than a gift - give an experience.

Purchase here: https://www.mianoacademy.org/materials-merch/p/class-gift-credit

Towards Online or in-person classes/workshops.

06/09/2026

We’re getting ready for ☕ Teatime with Charles: FREE Facebook Live Q&A 🎨 and we want to hear from you!

During this special Facebook Live Q&A, Charles Miano will be answering questions from artists, students, and anyone interested in classical drawing, painting, studio practice, artistic growth, and the creative journey.

So tell us…

**What would you like to ask Charles?**

It could be about:

🎨 Classical drawing and painting techniques
🖌️ Portraiture or figure work
📚 Online classes and training
🧑‍🎨 Developing as an artist
🏛️ Studying from the old masters
☕ Creativity, discipline, and studio life

Drop your questions in the comments below, and we may feature them during the live event!

**Tea Time with Charles**
📅 Facebook Live begins at 2:00 PM
🎟️ Free to attend
☕ Sponsored by TeBella Tea Company
🎁 TeBella Tea giveaways during the live broadcast

Bring your questions, invite your artist friends, and join us for a relaxed, inspiring conversation with Charles Miano.

06/09/2026

The Charles Miano Signature Set from Rosemary & Co. was hand-selected to support the kind of expressive, controlled brushwork that brings a painting to life.

Charles Miano uses Rosemary brushes in his own work for their quality, responsiveness, and ability to help “sculpt” with paint - giving artists the control to build structure while still capturing energy, movement, and feeling.

This 11-brush long-handle set includes Masters Choice Angular brushes, Masters Choice Short Flats, and a Red Dot Designer. A thoughtful range for artists who want precision, versatility, and expressive handling in oil painting.

Create your own signature masterpiece with tools chosen by a master painter.

Purchase here: https://www.rosemaryandco.com/charles-miano-signature-set

Charles Miano has used Rosemary Brushes to accomplish the most expert paint handling while maintaining precise control in his paintings. Miano prefers to "sculpt" with paint and his preferred tools are these hand-selected Rosemary Brushes. They give you the power to paint with life and energy as wel...

06/08/2026

A small way to show your Miano Academy pride.

The Miano Seal Sticker features the Academy’s wax seal logo in a bold 3.5″ x 3.5″ jumbo vinyl design - perfect for sketchbooks, drawing boards, laptops, water bottles, art bins, or anywhere you want to add a little classical art spirit.

For a donation of $5 or more, you can get this sturdy sticker and help support Miano Academy’s mission of excellence in art education through the timeless traditions of observing Nature.

Make anything a Miano masterpiece.

Purchase here: https://www.mianoacademy.org/materials-merch/p/miano-seal-sticker

Miano Academy of Art Wax Seal Logo Sticker. Stick it to ’em with this 3.5″x3.5″ jumbo sized Miano Academy Wax Seal sticker! For a donation of 5$ or more, you can get this sturdy vinyl sticker and make anything a Miano Masterpiece. Weight 0.01 lbs

06/07/2026

Show your support for classical art education in style.

The Miano Academy T-Shirt with the white logo is a simple, comfortable way to represent the Academy and help support its mission of excellence in art education through the timeless traditions of observing nature.

With a donation of $40 or more, you can receive a super soft unisex shirt featuring the Miano Academy of Art logo. Available in sizes S through 2XL.

Wear it in the studio, at open studio, to workshops, or anywhere you want to show your connection to the Miano Academy community.

Purchase here: https://www.mianoacademy.org/materials-merch/p/miano-academy-t-shirt-white-logo

Flaunt your style and support Miano Academy all at once! With a donation of $40 or more, you can receive a super soft t-shirt sporting the Miano Academy of Art logo. Please note: these unisex shirts may run a little large compared to women’s sizes. Weight 0.5 lbs Dimensions 10 × 8 × 1 in S

06/06/2026

Every artist needs a sketchbook that makes them want to open it.

The Miano Sketchbook is a beautiful soft-cover 9″ x 12″ sketchbook featuring artwork by Charles Miano on the cover - a perfect source of inspiration before the first mark is even made.

Inside, you’ll find 100 sheets of acid-free, fine-tooth sketch paper, ideal for studies, practice, ideas, and daily drawing. The perforated pages also make it easy to remove and display your work.

Whether you’re a student, working artist, or looking for a thoughtful gift for someone who loves to draw, this sketchbook is a simple but meaningful addition to any artist’s materials.

Purchase here: https://www.mianoacademy.org/materials-merch/p/miano-sketchbook

Sketchbook with Charles Miano Art Cover Find yourself inspired every time you open your sketchbook! You can purchase get this soft-cover 9″x12″ sketchbook featuring Charles Miano’s artwork on the cover, with 100 sheets of acid-free fine tooth sketch paper and perforated pages to easily remove ...

06/05/2026

There is something timeless about drawing in sanguine.

The warm, earthy tones of red chalk have been used by master artists for centuries - creating studies that feel classical, natural, and full of life.

The Miano Master “Sanguine” Set was hand-selected by Charles Miano to give artists the same trusted materials he uses in his own sanguine drawings. Whether you are studying from life, practicing master-copy techniques, or simply wanting to bring an old-world quality into your sketching, this set gives you the tools to begin beautifully.

Includes Sennelier pastels, Cretacolor sanguine dry leads, and a graphite lead holder.

Take the next step in your artistic journey and sketch like the masters.

Purchase here: https://www.mianoacademy.org/materials-merch/p/miano-master-sanguine-set

Do you want to take the next step in your artistic journey? Take it with these trusty tools at your side. The earthy tunes of red chalk have been used by old world masters for centuries, and it’s easy to see why. The warm, natural colors of the medium make for eye-catching sketches with a relaxing...