"I'm delighted to see this Bethlehem atelier, itself an innovative startup, emphasize the importance of entrepreneurial mindsets and skills for artists. Too often art and entrepreneurship are treated as entirely separate planets; but it's really the combination that brings the most power to the artist's impact on not only art but also the greater community. No doubt the Lehigh Valley will be an even more vibrant and entrepreneurial place thanks to Erin Anderson and Atelier Dualis.”
Todd A. Watkins, PhD
Executive Director
Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity & Innovation
Lehigh University"
“I am in the process of completing the Ani Art Academy Program with Anthony Waichulis and can testify to its e ffectiveness in advancing my drawing ability. The combination of such a comprehensive art training program with business education holds extraordinary potential for the future students of Atelier Dualis.”
Tim Reynolds
Ani Art Academies Founder
Co-founder of Jane Street Capital
“An artist with the understanding of how to create a start up venture also has the potential to create enriching communities surrounding what they do. This leads to enrichment of the larger surrounding community and a support system for the arts and those interested in them.”
Dean C. Ludwig, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor
College of Business and Leadership
Lourdes University
“Over the years I have watched on as many artists like Erin have taken the mastered fundamentals of this craft and applied them directly into the foundations of a highly successful art career. Ms. Anderson brought with her the same passion for excellence that our artists are known for. Her determination is formidable and her ambition, unwavering. I believe that the current heights of her works are only a small foreshadowing of things to come. We are incredibly excited to see the opening of the new Atelier Dualis and have every confi dence in Erin as she endeavors to bring this education to a new generation of aspiring artists.”
Anthony Waichulis
Head Instructor
Ani Academy Waichulis
“Atelier Dualis provides the missing link in the fine art world. They not only help the artist blossom, they provide the business skills to allow the artist to thrive.”
Mark S. Lacker
John W. Altman Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship
Miami Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies
"I'm confi dent in Erin Anderson's ability to bring the quality and dedication to Atelier Dualis that she demonstrated at the Ani Art Academy. As a fellow graduate of the Ani program, I can recommend this model of instruction as a highly e ffective training course in drawing and painting for artists. In addition it should be great for students on a professional track to share and experience an invaluable amount of real world business practice first hand."
Kate Sammons, Fine Artist
