Sheridan Gustin

Sheridan Gustin is an Associate Professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, affiliated with the Department of Painting and Drawing. They teach foundational and multi-level courses such as:

• Figure Drawing: Multi-Level (Painting and Drawing 2030): Focuses on understanding form, shape, and line through life drawing with shorter poses for immediate gesture response.
• Figure Painting A: Multi-Level (Painting and Drawing 3030): Explores figure painting fundamentals, including color theory, composition, and paint properties within a historical and contemporary art context.

Gustin’s academic work integrates traditional observational techniques with modern artistic practices, preparing students for advanced topic-based courses in visual arts.