Born in Los Angeles to an Iranian family, Farnaz Amin has been immersed in Art since childhood. Trained in multiple countries and a graduate of Art school, she has exhibited her work internationally and won several awards. For her, Art isn't just a skill — it's a way of life.
Born in Los Angeles to an Iranian family, Farnaz Amin has been immersed in Art since childhood. Surrounded by culture, creativity, and a deep appreciation for beauty, she found her calling early and never looked back.
Trained in multiple countries and a graduate of Art school, Farnaz has exhibited her work internationally and won several prestigious awards. Her work spans oil painting, drawing, resin art, crafts, and fine Art — each medium a new language to express the world around her.
With over 25 years of teaching experience, Farnaz brings passion, creativity, and cultural depth to every class and canvas. She founded Beyond the Canvas Art Studio & Gallery to share her love of Art with all ages — creating a space where anyone can explore, grow, and find their own creative voice.
We welcome everyone — first-timers, seasoned artists, children, seniors. No background, no prior experience, and no "talent" required to walk through our door.
We believe in building real technical foundations. Farnaz doesn't just inspire — she teaches you to draw, see, and make with growing competence and confidence.
Art is not a competition. We've built a culture of encouragement, peer learning, and genuine celebration of every student's progress.
Drawing from her rich cultural background spanning Los Angeles and Iran, Farnaz brings unique perspective and depth to every lesson and artwork.
We challenge students to push beyond the familiar. Great creative growth lives just outside the edge of what feels safe — we help you find that edge.
Results matter — but so does the experience of making. Our studio is a place where the act of creating is joyful in itself, not just a means to an end.
Beyond the Canvas Art Studio & Gallery was designed as a creative sanctuary. Every detail — from the lighting to the layout — is crafted to put you in a creative mindset the moment you walk in.
We offer oil painting and drawing, crafts, resin art, fine Art classes, hands-on art camps, and a beautiful gallery space for private events, parties, and creative gatherings. Everything you need is here; you only need to bring yourself.
Beyond the Canvas is home to a vibrant creative community — students who become friends, who inspire each other, who share their artistic journeys. Come for the classes; stay for the people.