Joseph Hart is a professional artist and educator with over 25 years of experience working in NYC’s art community. After starting his career as an illustrator for clients like The New York Times, Herman Miller, and Nickelodeon Magazine, Joseph shifted his focus to fine art and teaching. He’s been teaching drawing and painting to teens, undergraduates, and adults since 2007. His drawings and paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world. Hart lives in Brooklyn with is partner and two children.

As an instructor, Joseph has taught studio classes and workshops at top institutions, including the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Penland School of Craft, and The City College of New York (CCNY). He has served as a portfolio reviewer for RISD’s admissions department, and has been a juror for the Scholastic Art Awards. He has coordinated the Visiting Artist Program at LaGuardia High School of Music & Art, and is the creator and host of Deep Color, a podcast featuring conversations with artists.

Hart’s teaching philosophy centers on mentorship, self-discovery, and personalized instruction. He tailors his approach to each student's unique experience and skill level—helping them strengthen and refine foundational techniques, deepen creative thinking, build confidence, and create compelling and inspired portfolios for high school and college applications.