Our Instructors

Get to know our talented instructors! Explore the unique expertise and artistry they bring to the Coral Springs Museum of Art. View their bios, see the classes they teach, and learn about their inspirations below. To register for a class, please visit the catalog. 

PRESCHOOL CATALOG  YOUTH + TEEN CATALOG  ADULT CATALOG

Lesly Chamate

Illustrator & Mixed Media Artist

Lesly Chamate is a self-taught watercolor illustrator and mixed media artist. She considers herself a citizen of the world, with a special love for animals and nature. Inspired by the colors and patterns around us and the diversity of the cultures she is part of, Chamate’s work and her artistic journey are driven by a desire to share her love for artmaking and community.

Courses:
Art Exploration, Lil’ Clay Makers (Preschool)
Home Study at the Museum (Youth)
Animal Art (Youth)
Experimental Painting (Adult)

Lisa Botto Lee

Representational Artist

Lisa Botto Lee is a fifth-generation award-winning artist who is inspired by humanity and the natural world around her. Recognized for her introspective portraits, and wildlife art, she employs the traditional time-honored methods of the old masters in a contemporary style that blends realism with a touch of impressionism.

Lee’s painting “Beyond the Window” was selected for The Lunar Codex Artists on the Moon which launched into space on the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket in the time capsule of the Odysseus spacecraft. On 2/22/24, the Odysseus made its first soft landing on the moon for the U.S. since the last Apollo mission in 1972 and the first commercial vehicle to touch down on the lunar surface in over 52 years making history. The Odysseus became a de facto Artemis Accords Heritage Site and all artworks a designated heritage of humanity, to be preserved for posterity.

Courses:
Drawing FUNdamentals (Youth)
Figure Drawing (Adult)
Exploring Drawing (Adult)
Portrait Drawing (Adult)
Oil Mixing and Painting from Photo (Adult)
Florida Wonders: Painting Land and Seascapes in Oil (Adult)

 

Sujata Nandwani

Multidisciplinary Artist

Sujata’s artspiration has an international flare. Raised on the island of Curaçao, Sujata ventured across the world to thrive in the exciting design cultures of India and Hong Kong after obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Graphic & Communication Design from The University of Leeds in the UK. Her 10+ years of work experience, aka art obsession, has been coupled with her love for making a difference. Sujata’s newfound talent of healing through art expands a variety of mixed media: ceramics, acrylics, and sewing, to name a few. Join Sujata’s fun classes as she continues the journey of creative exploration.

Courses:
Papier Mache (Youth)
JumpstART (Preschool)
Escort Your Artist (Preschool)
Found Object Art (Youth)

Isabel Perez

Fine Art and Mixed Media Artist

Isabel Perez Salazar is a renowned fine art and mixed media artist based in Coral Springs, Florida. With a rich educational background and a diverse portfolio, Isabel has made significant contributions to the art world both locally and internationally.

Courses:
Botanical Mixed Media Art (Adults) 
Art Around The World (Youth) 
Wearable Art (Teen)

Helen Edmunds

Multimedia Artist

Helen Edmunds is a born and raised South Floridian with a bachelor’s degree in studio and visual arts from Florida Atlantic University. A multimedia artist whose main focuses are ceramics, printmaking, and photography, Edmunds has been teaching art to students of all ages for the past four years.

Courses:
Teen Printmaking

Britney Pierre

Multimedia Artist, Teacher & Designer

Britney Pierre is a dynamic multimedia artist whose work thrives at the intersection of texture, form, and storytelling. As a teaching artist at the Coral Springs Museum of Art, they bring a vibrant energy to their classes, fostering creativity through both traditional and unconventional techniques. Their upcoming crochet class invites students to explore the transformative potential of fiber art while embracing the joy of making.

Courses:
Crochet Basics (Youth)

Makenzie Ruffolo

3D Character Artist

Makenzie is a passionate and talented 3D Character Artist with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interactive Design and Game Development from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Her artistic skills and technical proficiency in 3D modeling and texturing software such as Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter have allowed her to create captivating and visually stunning characters and creatures for various game projects. Her ability to collaborate with other artists and designers while still maintaining a clear focus on project goals has allowed her to create optimized and game-ready assets that exceed expectations. 

Courses:
Beginning Procreate
Character Illustration

Become A Teaching Artist

CSMoA Teaching Artists are professional artists with the complementary skills and sensibilities of an educator, who engage people in learning experiences in, through, and about the arts. The Museum brings high caliber artists into our studios through a range of innovative creative arts educational programs. Teaching artists work at the intersection of artistry and education by using their expertise, creativity, and passion to provide distinctive arts learning experiences for students and teachers. Click the link below to apply to become a teaching artist. 

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