The Japanese Bridge (Study), oil on linen canvas by Eric Santoli

Eric Santoli is a painter, teacher, art historian, and Ridgewood native, who says his favorite artist is John Singer Sargent. He also enjoys traveling and being outdoors, so he undoubtedly appreciates the opportunity to conduct upcoming workshops in France and Ireland. In the summer of 2023, Mr. Santoli was the recipient of a prestigious artist residency award that allowed him to live in Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny for three months. Oil, watercolor and plein air paintings from his time there, as well as information about more local workshops and events, can be found on www.ericsantoli.com