Meet THE ARTIST:

Rina Goldhagen

Artist and Director of The Art of Excellence Studio, ​Rina holds a B.S. degree in Fine Art with an emphasis in watercolor.
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"Just as life requires our full presence, art thrives through our senses. To feel art is to live through it. Live through artistic expression!"

Rina Goldhagen is a professional artist and trained educator whose career is defined by a deep-seated passion for the transformative power of creativity. Her passion in art has lead to a versatile style, being comfortable with both representational and abstract techniques. 

With a Bachelor of Science in Fine Art, over 50 years as a practicing artist, and more than 30 years in the classroom, Rina brings an unparalleled depth of expertise to every student she mentors. 

Mediums in Rina's portfolio of expertise include: watercolor, acrylic, oil paint, pastel and charcoal.
Her versatile style moves seamlessly between the  representational and the abstract, driven by a keen ability to pair the perfect medium with her subject. 
Her works have been sold both in the U.S. and the U.K. and she has exhibited widely. Rina has also won art competitions at the NJPAC, and been interviewed by Jessie Taylor of "Dream A Little Dream" creative podcast for her achievement in establishing The Art of Excellence Studio.

Rina established the Art of Excellence Studio in 2004 as private instruction for high aptitude clients. She focuses on art education and skill implementation, while tailoring lessons to individual student needs. Her life goal and the studio's mission are both to: "live through artistic expression.”