B. - Famous Artists School [FAS]; Famous Artists Course[FAC]; Famous Artists Material, Inc.[FAM], 1956-1959

File — Box: 45, Folder: 2-5

Staff Only

Scope and Content

From the Collection: This Collection consists of drawings, paintings and notes of Theron M. Trombeau; curricula of Sleepy Burro School of Art; instructional materials; bulletins; newsletters; and correspondence pertaining to the school activities. It also contains training exercises of Trombeau during his enrollment at Famous Artists School (Section II, infra.), and critiques of his artwork in response to the assignments given to him at that school.

Dates

1956-1959

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research by appointment, Monday through Friday, during administrative museum hours.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 cu. ft; 1 over-sized box

Additional Description

General

Correspondence: undated letters from Edwin Eberman, Director of Famous Artists School, to Theron M. Trombeau. Welcome letter containing instruction; letter with information on entire course with 24 lessons; letter containing attachment of a list of former students; letter regarding painting supplies. Other correspondence includes letters from Famous Artists School to Trombeau from 12-21-56/3-23-59. Original art work by Trombeau is included in execution of assignments; Magazines included: Famous Artists Magazines from Winter, 1956 and Spring, 1957; Sketch books (2).