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About Althea

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Bio

Althea Neustaedter, a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, has built a distinguished career in the arts through her extensive education and professional experience. She holds a BA in Illustration from the California College of the Arts and Crafts (CCA) and a Master's Degree in Fine Arts from the San Francisco Art University. Althea's educational journey also includes specialized studies in landscape painting and Art History at the Art Academy in Florence, Italy. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD at the Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts, further demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence in her field.

 

Althea serves as an Assistant Professor of Art at Southern Utah University, where she applies her rich educational background to inspire and guide students. Beyond her academic role, she is a passionate art advocate, dedicated to promoting art awareness in schools. Althea's unique blend of formal education, international experience, and ongoing scholarly pursuits positions her as a valuable contributor to both the academic and practical realms of the visual arts.

Education

2021 Teaching credentials with Fine Art Endorsement

Southern Utah University, Cedar City Utah

 

2015 Master of Fine Art 

San Francisco Art Academy University, San Francisco, California

 

2005 Bachelor of Arts in Illustration

California College of the Arts, Oakland, California

Career Highlights

  • Personal success as a professional artist, exhibiting original work in various galleries, exhibits and magazines.

  • 10+ Years of teaching youth and adults Fine Art

  • Extremely passionate and knowledgeable about Fine Art in all its forms, with a focus on teaching the fundamentals of art so that anyone has the ability to learn to be an artist.

  • Proven success in community engagement and bringing awareness to the Arts

  • Expertise in fundraising and enhancing art programs
    in schools

  • Teaching successes have included entering student’s artwork in museum galleries, securing scholarships and winning competitions

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