Meet Your Teachers
Alan Cannaday founded Mesa Art Studio in Murray Utah in 2012 with his second wife. Re-establishing his studio in Hayden ID in 2019. Teaching, Construction and Art are Alan’s passions! Alan has taught for 10+ years in various subjects and mediums. Alan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology and Engineering from Utah State University and has taught all ages and all grades and levels in College, Public, Charter and Private schools, in AZ, UT, and ID. charter and private schools, in both art and education. Alan wanted to give his artists an opportunity to learn realistic drawing skills without restricting creativity. Alan has attended numerous seminars and art courses over the years, developing his own style and method. Alan has the ability to build self-esteem where others have failed, even those with learning and physical difficulties. Alan enjoys being part of the ‘aha’ moment when a artist catches on to the magic secrets of drawing and painting!