Adam Forfang

Born in San Pablo, California, and raised in the Bay Area, Adam Forfang is a dedicated visual artist whose work is deeply influenced by his surroundings. With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art Drawing and Painting from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, Forfang has garnered professional acclaim, with features in publications like Southwest Art, American Art Collector, and Fine Art Connoisseur. His art, which ranges from capturing atmospheric landscapes to exploring color and composition in Still Life and Portraits, reflects a profound engagement with the nuances of perception and creative expression. An avid art history enthusiast, Forfang believes that art serves as a dynamic global language, bridging cultures and experiences.

In addition to his artistic practice, Forfang has taught art for over 15 years, spanning from elementary to college levels. His teaching philosophy, developed during his graduate studies in Art Education, emphasizes the joy of creativity and the importance of intrinsic motivation. He employs the Elements of Art and Principles of Design to enhance visual literacy and technical skills, fostering a classroom environment that supports social and emotional growth. His Capstone project involved guiding high school students through abstraction and Cubism, encouraging them to break from conventional perspectives and explore new emotional and cognitive dimensions.