My name is Joseph Hart. I’m a professional artist and educator with over 25 years of experience working within NYC’s arts community.

I began my career as an illustrator making illustrations for the New York Times, Hewlitt Packard, and Herman Miller among other clients. I also worked in Nickelodeon Magazine’s Art Department for nearly 10 years. Over time, my artistic goals evolved towards fine art and teaching. I currently make drawings and paintings that have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.

As an educator, I teach studio classes and workshops in drawing, painting, and illustration. I’ve worked as an instructor at Rhode Island School of Design, Penland School of Craft, and City College of New York. I’ve served as a juror for the Scholastic Art Awards and as a portfolio reviewer on behalf of RISD’s admissions department. I’m a parent volunteer at LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and coordinate their Visiting Artist Program. I also produce an arts-focused podcast called Deep Color that features accomplished artists talking about their work, ideas, and lives. Lastly, I’m a parent of two incredible children--I’m very familiar with what it’s like to raise and educate kids in 2026.

My teaching philosophy centers itself on the belief that art can be transformative in a person’s life, and that a central characteristic of art-making is the self-discovery and learning that occurs through artistic expression. Making art allows us to tap into our creative impulses, helps us to decompress, and encourages us to stretch and play with ideas. It can complement academic subjects, build confidence, and offer a healthy balance to the more challenging aspects of life. I take time to understand each student’s lived experience and ability level, then create personalized approaches that helps students strengthen their foundational skill set, deepens their creative thinking, and meets their artistic goals.

View my work HERE.