OUR PROGRAM AND METHODOLOGY​

"The Renaissance Fine Art System TM"

developed by Polina Bisevac 

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Renaissance Fine Art System™ is a proprietary educational methodology developed by Polina Bisevac, founder and director of Renaissance Art School.

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The system is rooted in classical Renaissance and 19th-century academic principles and structured for long-term skill development. It emphasizes constructive drawing, visual analysis, and disciplined studio practice before creative freedom is introduced.

Rather than isolated projects or trend-based instruction, the method follows a sequential framework that builds technical mastery, cognitive discipline, and the ability to adapt foundational skills to any medium—including contemporary and digital tools.

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The RFAS™ is taught as an integrated system and implemented exclusively through Renaissance Art School programs.

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At approximately age 9+, when a child has reached sufficient cognitive and emotional maturity, they can begin developing the foundational skills that lead to strong, realistic artwork. At this stage, students are capable of sustained focus, structured observation, and independent studio work—skills essential for serious art education.

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Our program follows a step-by-step, structured approach designed to help each child gradually develop the ability to create realistic, well-executed works of art. Instruction is systematic, not improvised, and builds progressively over time.

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To ensure quality instruction, children’s classes are limited to 10–15 students per instructor. This structure allows for individualized guidance while encouraging students to work independently and develop discipline from the very first class.

Students begin building a solid foundation in drawing and painting immediately.

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RAS Academy program 

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RAS offers a structured, academy-level fine art program based on classical European training, adapted for modern students of all ages and experience levels. No prior portfolio is required.

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What Students Study:

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• Academic visual and structural drawing

• Painting: realism and impressionism

• Color theory and visual language

• Anatomy and morphology for artists

• Perspective and spatial construction

• Old Master studies

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Throughout the program students work with a wide range of traditional media and later we introduce digital art tools:

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• colored pencils

• gouache

• acrylics

• watercolors

• graphite

• charcoal

• oils

• digital art

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Each medium is introduced intentionally, reinforcing core skills such as observation, proportion, value control, color understanding, and technique.

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After a solid academic foundation is established, digital tools and AI-assisted workflows are introduced for senior students.

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These tools are taught as extensions of classical training:

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• concept development

• reference analysis

• composition planning

• digital painting and hybrid workflows

Traditional skills remain primary. Technology is used intentionally and critically.

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Enrollment is ongoing, and students may apply at any time during the year. Prior to enrollment, each student completes a short entrance evaluation to ensure readiness for the program and to determine appropriate placement.

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At Renaissance Art School, we maintain open communication with families and are always available to provide guidance and personal recommendations

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How the Program Works

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The curriculum follows a step-by-step progression that builds strong foundations before advancing to complex work. Students move forward only after demonstrating required skills—progress depends on time, focus, and effort.

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Instruction includes personalized critique, long-format projects, and consistent standards. Drawing is the foundation of all training.

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Graduates leave with real skills, strong portfolios, and measurable results, including acceptance and scholarships from respected colleges nationwide.

At Renaissance Art School, we are serious about classical realism—and we teach it with purpose.

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Academic Program & Portfolio Direction

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All students at Renaissance Art School begin with the Academic Art Program. This foundation is non-negotiable. Strong portfolios are built on skill—not shortcuts.

Academic Foundation (All Students)

Students start with a structured academic curriculum focused on:

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• visual and structural drawing

• proportion, value, and form

• painting fundamentals

• color theory

• anatomy and perspective

• classical methods and Old Master studies

 

This stage builds the technical, cognitive, and observational skills required for any serious artistic goal.

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​Portfolio Development

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As students mature and clarify their goals, portfolio preparation is integrated into the academic program—including for younger students.

Portfolio work is introduced only after sufficient foundation is demonstrated and is tailored to the student’s age, level, and objectives, such as:

• art school or college applications

• advanced placement programs

• competitions and exhibitions

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Key Principle

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There is one system, not separate tracks:

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• Academic training comes first

• Portfolio skills grow out of mastery

• Direction is chosen when the student is ready

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Every portfolio produced at the school is the result of real academic training, not isolated “portfolio pieces.”

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