About Us

Our Mission

Raising the Bar on
Art Education

Honest Art is empowering people of all ages in their own creative growth as a pathway for maximizing happiness and personal development. We provide an engaging learning experience appropriate for all ages and all skill levels.

What makes Honest Art unique is our focused dedication to children. We've designed our entire facility around the young artists of tomorrow — from painting and pottery to animation and slime making. We hire local up-and-coming artists, each an accomplished expert in their craft.

2021

Founded

5,000

Sq Ft Studio

$30K+

Donated 2025

All Ages

Welcome

Our Values

Creativity First

We believe creativity is a fundamental human need — not a luxury. We make it accessible to everyone.

Community

Hands-on art experiences develop problem-solving skills and creative thinking that carry into everyday life.

Inclusion

Free classes for special needs communities, scholarships, and accessible pricing — art is for everyone.

Sustainability

Committed to keeping the planet safe for the young artists of tomorrow through green practices.

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Meet Our Team

Liza Cruz

Founder & Creative Director

Trained at the School of Visual Arts in NYC, Liza spent years designing clothing for the world's top brands before pursuing her passion for painting and teaching. She opened Honest Art in 2021 with a vision to create the most inspiring art studio for children in Westchester. Liza leads the creative team and still spends time in the classroom every week. View her art →

Gabriel Cruz

CEO

Gabe manages the business side of Honest Art and is focused on developing it into a national franchise. He is also CEO of Parrot (languagetest.com), a leading online language assessment company. A Harvard Business School alumni board member and active advocate for education, arts, and criminal justice reform.

Iviana Rexach

Studio Manager & Senior Art Instructor

A graduate of SCAD with a BFA in Fashion Design, Iviana is a multi-award winning artist whose work spans painting, textile design, and jewelry. She currently designs collections for a renowned NYC textile company. Her main source of inspiration is color — and her favorite painter is Rothko, the "Master of Color."

Giving Back

Honest Art Gives Back

In 2025, we donated over $30,000 in goods and services to local residents and schools. We're on track to double that in 2026. Because art should be accessible to everyone.

Free bi-weekly classes for the Special Needs community

Partnership with Gigi's Playhouse and local schools

Scholarships for families in need

Board member of Rehabilitation Through the Arts

Committed to sustainable, eco-friendly operations

Discuss a Donation

$30K+

Donated in 2025

$60K

2026 donation Goal

1,000+

participating artists in our free special needs class

6

internships provided for people with Special needs

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Use of This Site by Children

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Our Story

Art.Honestly.

Our Mission