Conchita Firgau: Master Artist
Having a Master Artist as a fulltime teacher on the premises is what separates the Art Institute of Weston from all the Art Schools in Florida. Conchita Firgau was born in Venezuela, where she is highly respected as one of the country’s leading artists. She began painting as a child, showing remarkable skills at an early age. Her teacher in Caracas recognized her talent and suggested she continue her education in Spain where after she studied at the prestigious Escuela Superior De Bellas Artes de San Fernando, in Madrid. Conchita has exhibited in major Art Galleries and Museums throughout Europe, North- Central- and South America. Corporations, Museums and individual collectors collect her paintings.

She has created major artworks for the Coca-Cola Company, the Coca-Cola Museum, the Karls Benz Foundation, the American Arts Foundation, Art Miami, Weston Town Center, Weston Art Festival and her work has appeared in several books and magazines.

Ana Maria Cano de Aguerrevere: Associate Professor
Ana has an impressive resume with 20 years of academic studies & practical experience ranging from music (piano) & art to interior design & architecture. As a professional architect, Ana's designs also include furniture design!  She is currently teaching ceramics, art & crafts at The Art Institute of Weston.