University of Texas at Arlington

The Texas Academy of Figurative Art, founded in 2007 by Ron A. Cheek, offers an atelier experience and a classical approach to fine art education, integrating Old Master working methods with a contemporary realist approach. With a primary emphasis on rendering the human figure accurately from direct observation, TAFA aims to educate and develop artists in the figurative tradition, equipping them with the skills needed to express their personal artistic vision. Supported in part by a grant from the Arts Council of Fort Worth, the Texas Academy of Figurative Art admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, providing them with all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and other school-administered programs.Generated from the website

Texas Christian University, also known as TCU, enrolls more than 8,000 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Founded in 1873, it operates the College of Communication, College of Fine Arts, The Neeley School of Business, and College of Science and Engineering. The university provides classes in business, communication, fine arts, science and management. Texas Christian University also operates sports, polo and player s clubs and organizes track and field, baseball and tennis tournaments. It has a staff of over 1,750 individuals. In addition, the university offers guidance counseling and dining services. Texas Christian University provides wellness programs and conducts field trips. Its extracurricular activities include dance, orchestra, music and theater.