I've never quite grown as fast as an artist until I took classes with Eric Beltz. His classes do require effort, and he can tell if you don't spend enough time on a drawing. I've always enjoyed the assignments he's given us and his lectures are very creative, funny and inspirational. By far, my favorite art classes at UCSB.

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Eric is by far the best Art professor I have ever had. I learned so much and grew as an artist in his class. I plan to take all of his drawing classes. He is definitely a role model because he is brilliant at what he does.

He is super chill and extremely helpful. You will leave the class having learned A LOT. I'm looking forward to taking intermediate drawing with him next quarter.

AMAZING TEACHER! Teaches and drills basics and really REALLy teaches you and builds strong foundation in various media! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Favorite Art Instructor I have taken thus far!

I took advanced drawing and intro painting with him. Hes a great teacher and he can teach you a lot, hes really smart. Don't be afraid to raise your hand and ask for help! He has solid, legit thoughts on how to improve what you're doing. Eric is great. As for the workload, get used to it, being an artist takes hours of work.