Charles Stegner is an alumnus of the Kansas City Art Institute and studied under portrait painter Frank Szasz and other accomplished artists. He has exhibited at a variety of juried and one-man shows and has originals in numerous collections. He worked as an illustrator in the public sector for thirty-five years to allow himself the luxury of being independent and true to his own art.

Charles is active as a teacher of painting in all mediums, and in a variety of subjects including portraiture, landscapes and life drawing.

Charles views himself as a "colorist." While he exhibits an impressionistic style of painting in his own work, he encourages individuality, preferring to let the student "break the rules." Through illustration and praise, he gently guides and directs their efforts with a subtlety of style and experience that allows them to take only the parts they need to remain true to their own beliefs and standards, using any medium they choose. His philosophy is, "Art should be entertaining." The only rules are those which helps the student derive the look, feel or pleasure they are seeking.

For information about art classes, or about any of the artwork you see within this website, contact the artist at (913) 384-6172