Meet The Founder

As an artist herself, Jacqui understands that every student approaches art differently. Some students are naturally drawn to drawing and realism, while others discover a passion for painting, digital art, illustration, or experimenting with different mediums. She wanted I.C.I. Studio to be a place where those individual interests could be embraced—not placed into a one-size-fits-all curriculum.

That vision became the foundation of I.C.I. Studio's private art lesson model.

Jacqui believes that learning to create art is about much more than mastering technique. It's about building confidence, learning to see the world differently, discovering your own creative voice, and having the freedom to explore.

Over the years, Jacqui has built I.C.I. Studio into a creative community serving students of all ages and abilities. Today, students come to I.C.I. from across the Cincinnati area to learn from a talented team of professional artists and educators in a supportive, individualized environment.

One of the things Jacqui is most proud of is seeing students grow—not only as artists, but as confident and creative individuals. From a young child picking up a paintbrush for the first time to an advanced student developing a portfolio, every student's artistic journey is unique.

Her philosophy is simple:

Every student has an artist inside them. Our job is to help them discover it.

Jacqui continues to lead I.C.I. Studio with the same passion that inspired her to open its doors in 2015: to make exceptional art education accessible, personal, inspiring, and meaningful.