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See what George Loli and Joe Loli have been working on. New York meets Lafayette! Two artists, father and son. It's surely a night that you don't want to miss! There will be complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres. We hope to see you all at the opening reception at Achilles on Friday, August 25 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Cheers! On Exhibit until September 15, 2017.

George Loli
​Biography and Artist Statement:

​​George Loli started painting and drawing at the early age of thirteen years old.  By the time he was sixteen he was making religious paintings and frescoes in churches and cathedrals in Syria.  Loli moved to Florence, Italy where he began his studies in architecture, earning a Dottore in Architecture from the university of Florence Italy at the same time attending drawing classes at the Accademia Di belle arte.  After his studies in Italy were complete, Loli moved to New York City, where he worked for a year as an architectural designer before settling in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he taught at the University of Louisiana, Lafayette for 36 years in the Department of Architecture and Design, retiring in the summer of 2011. 

George Loli continued his passion and interest in painting and drawing throughout his career, receiving   national and international recognition in solo and group shows in Paris, France, Florence, Italy, and throughout Texas and Louisiana.   Loli’s works, as well as that of his students have been represented in numerous publications and reviews in architecture and design, painting media and design books.

“Sketching, drawing and painting are the great passions of my life. When I draw, sketch or paint, my goal is not necessarily to produce beautiful artworks, but, moreover, to try to capture the quality and the spirit of a particular space. I search for balance, mood and light to help communicate the essence of that place and its architecture – changing palate, procedure and/or medium in order to do so.”

“Turning a corner in an unfamiliar environment, a village, city or town and becoming one with the space is what energizes me. Travelling and discovery become essential to the passion I feel when drawing or painting.  Capturing the essence of a new environment, helping to satisfy the yearning for expressing and capturing that new experience, is essential to my expressions in art.”

"My goal is to see the entire world and to sketch and paint it...
stone by stone" - George Loli
Featured Works of George Loli:

Joe Loli
​Artist Statement & Biography 

"My background is in the Classics, where I studied philosophy, literature and art. Personally, there is an immediate and unparalleled satisfaction that one derives from participating in and sharing with the educational history of others. As a result, I have spent the past decade teaching English as a Second Language at the major Universities in New York City. To me, Teaching is a kinetic art in itself. But now I am in a new stage in life. I have been heavily focused on developing and redefining my art as the medium to express who I am and how I see life. It is important, maybe even necessary, for me to be heard. I have a message and I want to share. The core of the art I have created is a result of careful calculation and sincere passion. I can confidently say that I believe in my style, which is germane to the zeitgeist and has a focus due to my strong multidisciplinary background" - Joe Loli
Featured Works of Joe Loli

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​Achilles Print Studio's goal is to foster a creative learning environment
​through printmaking, art classes, workshops, lectures, and gallery space.

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​Achilles Print Studio, LLC
​912 Coolidge Blvd. 
​Lafayette, LA 70503
Contact Information:
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​Phone: 337-534-8491

Email:
​jessica@achillesprintstudio.com
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What Our Clients Are Saying


​"Way to go, Jessica! Jessica Moore is a very talented artist and instructor. If you are interested in taking some classes in printmaking, look no further than the Achilles Print Studio."

"Best art school in town! I am an instructor at Achilles and I very much enjoy the emphasis on fundamentals and technical information that can later be translated into any style"

"This studio is a long overdue concept brought to reality by a wonderful artist and dedicated young lady."

"Hi Jessica, Thank you for the considerate and professional handling of the workshop. It was a pleasure to study in your studio. Thank you." 

"Really enjoyed the George Loli watercolor workshop. Great artist. And great hospitality by Achilles print studio!"

"Great writing class with Leigh Rourks!"

"So happy you're here!"

"I'm so proud of her studio!"

"Beautiful!"

"I'm enjoying this class."

"Great class!"

"Jeromy is a great art teacher. I'm so blessed to have taken classes from him."

"Amazing teacher!!!! Sign up for one of his classes. You will be so glad you did!! Thanks Jeromy!"

"​Y'all this is an incredible studio!!! I take oil lessons from Jeromy... one of the BEST teachers I have had in my 10 years of painting... just signed my 7 year old granddaughter up for watercolor class with George Loli... my son took from a George in college at UL and said he is amazing. If you are even considering lessons for yourself or your child here do it!! You will be sooooo glad you did!"

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Immerse yourself in creativity at achilles

​Achilles Print Studio is a Fine Art School & Gallery offering art classes, workshops, and lectures in multiple genres, such as printmaking, drawing, painting, and creative writing. We offer classes for all age groups and skill levels. Our mission is to foster arts education and creativity in Acadiana, by providing opportunities and resources for artists and writers to help enrich the community. We offer art classes and creative workshops every month as well as host exhibitions and lectures throughout the year. Our classes are taught by professional artists and writers who are experienced instructors. We strive for excellence in the arts and education here at Achilles. Please see our upcoming classes for more information about our instructors and class offerings. Thank you for your wonderful support from all of us at Achilles!

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Please note that classes may take place outside of normal store hours of operation:
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New Store Hours of Operation: 
​Tuesday - Friday: 10am-5pm  
Saturday: 10am-3pm

  Sunday & Monday:  By appointment
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Explore, Imagine, Create at Achilles
​www.achillesprintstudio.com  |  337-534-8491

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  • Home
  • About
  • Art Classes & Creative Workshops
    • Course Offerings
  • Meet Our Instructors & Artists
  • Mission & Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Event Archives >
      • Festival of Lights at Achilles 2018
      • The Whole Ball of Wax, Part II
      • Festival of Lights at Achilles | December Exhibition 2017
      • Bad Wine (Good Cheese) & Worse Poetry: EGSA Bad Poetry Reading Fundraiser
      • The Whole Ball of Wax
      • Father & Son Exhibition | George Loli & Joe Loli
      • Shiny Fam & Friends: A Summer Reading in Lafayette
      • RHINO Reads Lafayette Poetry Reading
      • Poetry Event: EGSA Fundraiser
      • Earl Hebert
      • George Loli & Students Exhibit
      • Art Therapy Event
  • Gallery
  • Featured Artists
    • Ryu-Hee Kim
    • Yasaman Moussavi
  • Printmaking
  • Get Updates