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Visiting Assistant Professor

Art

Trevor Wade Thomas is a visual artist and educator specializing in observational drawing, figure drawing, and traditional materials and techniques. His studio practice is grounded in perceptual accuracy, material fluency, and the expressive possibilities of the human form. As a direct pupil of Scott Noel, assistant to Vincent Desiderio, and apprentice to Eric Bransby, Trevor works within the lineage of American draftsmanship, continuing its legacy through rigorous drawing and visual storytelling.

At Colorado College, his classes emphasize technical skill, disciplined observation, and a deep engagement with materials, helping students develop strong foundational practices and a clear visual voice.

Before joining Colorado College, Trevor served as Director of Operations and Education at Whitemarsh Art Center in Pennsylvania, where he led curriculum development, studio programming, and community engagement initiatives. He has extensive teaching experience and has been an exhibiting artist for two decades. His recent work draws on family memory and personal history, combining traditional drawing techniques with storytelling and portraiture.

Classes

2D Design, Drawing, Life Drawing, Advanced Drawing, Figure Drawing

Websites

www.trevorwadethomas.com

www.YouTube.com/oilandearthstudio