The Art of Mentorship

The Art of Mentorship
Featuring the instructors Ross Barbera, Bill Graf, Cori Forster, and their
students.

Exhibiting in the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery — 2nd Floor

Exhibition Dates: October 17 – November 4, 2026

Reception: October 17, 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm

In this exhibition, the Art League of Long Island is pleased to present
the work of three of our dedicated instructors alongside that of students
they have mentored in their classes Titled The Art of Mentorship, the
exhibition celebrates the meaningful relationships that develop between
teachers and students through the shared experience of making art.
Art League instructors do more than teach technique. Through guidance,
constructive critique, encouragement, and exposure to diverse artistic
experiences, they help students explore possibilities, overcome
challenges, and discover their own unique artistic voices. The works
gathered here offer a glimpse into those connections and the ways
teaching and learning can shape an artist’s journey.