Our Mission

At Openstudio, our mission is to cultivate creativity, confidence, and artistic excellence in students of all ages.

We aim to provide an inspiring environment where young learners discover their artistic voice, high school students build portfolios that open doors to top universities, and adults continue to grow as lifelong creators.

By combining professional expertise with a supportive community, we empower each student to explore boldly, design passionately, and achieve their full creative potential. 

Our Expertise

 At Openstudio Academy, our small class size simulates a university classroom and encourages the exchange of ideas.

Our project-based training is fully integrated with curriculum being taught in universities today, ensuring students can compete at the highest level and take full advantage of their post-secondary education. 

Since founding Openstudio in 2009, Mr. Lu and Ms. Chen have had the honour to represent their alma maters, School of the Art Institute of Chicago and

Parsons The New School for Design as portfolio judges on National Portfolio Day. 

National Portfolio day is the largest portfolio event in North America, held annually at Emily Carr University of Art & Design.

Faculty