Anna Levy

Lead Instructor

Anna Levy is a New York City based artist, art educator, illustrator, and storyteller who has been a beloved teacher with The Art Studio NY for over four years. Inspiring students of all ages and creative levels, total beginners included, throughout the greater New York City area as well online, Anna is deeply fascinated by the interplay between the self, the physical world, and artistic expression. Anna is passionate about helping students of all ages let go of fear and perfectionism while embracing their inner artist.

As an art educator, Anna is empathetic, energetic, and highly encouraging. In addition to teaching, Anna mentors, trains, and supports The Art Studio NY’s team of talented art instructors, empowering them with the tools and confidence to bring out creative expression in every student. She encourages both students and fellow instructors to explore personal experiences, ideas, and emotions through a wide range of artistic approaches.

Anna’s professional background spans fine art, illustration, art administration, and research, and she has held leadership roles in both in-person and online artist communities, where she helps creatives connect with one another and gain access to meaningful creative opportunities.

Her personal artwork is multidisciplinary and expressive, often featuring bold outlines, vibrant color palettes, and imaginative subject matter. She has a particular love for painting—whether watercolor, oil, or acrylic—and can happily spend hours discussing the art of drawing from life. Her work blends realism and surrealism through nuanced shadows, detailed observation, and unexpected juxtapositions, resulting in pieces that feel both familiar and intriguingly otherworldly. Students can expect bold color, experimentation, and thoughtful exploration with Anna in all of her art classes at The Art Studio NY.

Anna earned her BA in Art Studio from Tulane University and will soon receive her MFA in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Savannah, Georgia. Her achievements include multiple illustration awards and a published graphic novel. For Anna, drawing is far more than creating images—it is a way of seeing, thinking, and connecting, and she is always eager to share that love of art with students and instructors alike.