Unleash Your Creativity

Inclusive art session:

Helping you discover your original artistic style while fostering outside-the-box and critical thinking skills.

Services

I provide three services to elevate your artistic career,

equipping you with essential tools for a thriving creative journey.

Tutoring and Classes

Are you tired of copying sample art? Do you want to develop your own artistic style? Let me help you discover your unique strengths.
All levels

Traditional art and Multimedia art
Digital art
Performance art

1:1 tutoring online/in-person
or

Semi-private classes

(in-person,6 students max)

Art portfolio review

Are you considering applying to an art program? I guide students who want to apply art program from middle school to graduate school.

Crafting a Winning Strategy
Personalized Feedback
Career and Education Insights
Confidence Boost

1:1 tutoring online/in-person

Art Career Coaching

Are you wondering about the steps to becoming a professional artist? I will guide you on how to thrive in your journey and draw your artist career."

Art Critique (Crit)
Mastering Your Artist Statement, Bio and CV
Designing a website to showcase your art at its best
How to find opportunities to show and sell your work

1:1 tutoring online/in-person

Free 20-Minute Phone Consultation

Share your artistic passion, I'll tailor my art class to meet your unique needs and aspirations.

Make an appointment via email or text
Email: takako.om@gmail.com 　
Text: 917-215-3429

Special needs support

I empower students to create art, especially those who don't fit into traditional art classes. I take pride in providing personalized and inclusive art classes for individuals with diverse abilities.

I support people who are...

Neurodivergent
(ASD, ADHD, +)

I had a student with ASD who exclusively preferred using a pencil and white paper for drawing, rejecting the use of color or paint. Another student with ADHD found it challenging to sit still during art sessions. Despite their love for art, these individuals often face difficulties in traditional art classes. My approach focuses on nurturing their unique strengths, allowing their passion for art to shine while celebrating who they are.

Gifted

Though giftedness is a part of neurodiversity, it requires distinct support.

As the Founder/Teacher of the Japan and U.S. Association of Gifted Education, I bring a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing gifted students. In my art classes designed for gifted and advanced learners, I incorporate innovative gifted education methods such as "depth and complexity" and "genius hour" to enhance students' critical thinking and encourage thinking outside of the box.

physical and mental challenges

Over the decade, I have been supporting young artists with physical and mental challenges in Japan and US. I am skilled in collaborating with occupational therapists to incorporate therapeutic elements into art classes. By involving occupational therapists in the art-making process, these artists have not only created meaningful artworks but have also successfully sold them.

LGBTQ+ Ally

I have a background in gender studies with a deep understanding of feminism and queer art.

I am committed to creating a safe environment for you to fully concentrate your art.

About

My name is Takako Oishi

I am a Japanese artist with over 20 years of experience teaching art to all ages. Based in Tustin, Orange County, California, I work as an artist and art teacher internationally, spanning North America, Europe, and East Asia. I hold an MFA from Hunter College (CUNY) in NYC, a program considered among the top 3 MFAs on the East Coast. I have lectured at institutions such as the Laguna Art Museum, UCLA, CSUN, Pitzer College, Tokyo University of Arts, and more.

I am fluent in both English and Japanese.