


Fount Atelier is a classically-inspired art instruction studio in the Kansas City metro emphasizing traditional drawing and oil painting skills, portfolio development, and professional development


Fount Atelier is a classically-inspired art instruction studio in the Kansas City metro emphasizing traditional drawing and oil painting skills, portfolio development, and professional development

Let's face it, watching endless Youtube videos, navigating online DIY art programs, and attending classes that are more "craft" than art can make it feel impossible to get actual results.
Join us in a professional studio environment as I strive to offer an instructional program that is:


Let's face it, watching endless Youtube videos, navigating online DIY art programs, and attending classes that are more "craft" than art can make it feel impossible to get actual results.
Join us in a professional studio environment as I strive to offer an instructional program that is:


Let's face it, watching endless Youtube videos, navigating online DIY art programs, and attending classes that are more "craft" than art can make it feel impossible to get actual results.
Join us in a professional studio environment as I strive to offer an instructional program that is:

Inspired by the 19th century French "atelier" style of training, the Core Program is a comprehensive program taking students from complete beginner to high-level artists in a period of months, not years. Work through the entire or pick one module, it's up to you!

Overcome your fear of failure, build sustainable creative habits, and get started with goal setting

Learn the basics of classical drawing through progressive lessons and assignments

Jump into classical oil painting, learning about the materials, color theory, and how to execute a finished piece

Using your new-found skills, plan and assemble a body of work exploring a meaningful theme or topic

Learn how to price, market, and begin selling your work to the world

Let's face it, watching endless Youtube videos, navigating online DIY art programs, and attending classes that are more "craft" than art can make it feel impossible to get actual results.
Join us in a professional studio environment as I strive to offer an instructional program that is:

Inspired by the 19th century French "atelier" style of training, the Core Program is a comprehensive program taking students from complete beginner to high-level artists in a period of months, not years. Work through the entire or pick one module, it's up to you!

Overcome your fear of failure, build sustainable creative habits, and get started with goal setting

Learn the basics of classical drawing through progressive lessons and assignments

Jump into classical oil painting, learning about the materials, color theory, and how to execute a finished piece

Using your new-found skills, plan and assemble a body of work exploring a meaningful theme or topic

Learn how to price, market, and begin selling your work to the world
Just starting out, or maybe it's been awhile since you picked up a pencil or paint brush? No worries; my program is designed to get you started from square-one in a supportive, encouraging environment.


Just starting out, or maybe it's been awhile since you picked up a pencil or paint brush? No worries; my program is designed to get you started from square-one in a supportive, encouraging environment.


As an adult just getting back into art, I appreciate his patience, guidance and his professionalism. I have found a way to enjoy my passion for art and still manage my day job!

Cody is a great instructor. Very patient, thorough and gives critiques in a way that allows you to apply the corrections yourself so that you can really grow your skills. I was repeatedly amazed at what I was able to accomplish through these classes.

My son has loved his classes at Fount Atelier. He has grown so much as an artist in the fundamentals of art, in his technique, and in his confidence as an aspiring artist.

The course material is presented in clear and concise manner including demonstrations. Cody provides feedback in positive way while still providing constructive criticism. I have seem dramatic improvement since attending his class.

Chad W.

Gina K.

Erik W.

David R.

Lindsey S.

Karen M.


As an adult just getting back into art, I appreciate his patience, guidance and his professionalism. I have found a way to enjoy my passion for art and still manage my day job!

Cody is a great instructor. Very patient, thorough and gives critiques in a way that allows you to apply the corrections yourself so that you can really grow your skills. I was repeatedly amazed at what I was able to accomplish through these classes.

My son has loved his classes at Fount Atelier. He has grown so much as an artist in the fundamentals of art, in his technique, and in his confidence as an aspiring artist.

The course material is presented in clear and concise manner including demonstrations. Cody provides feedback in positive way while still providing constructive criticism. I have seem dramatic improvement since attending his class.

Chad W.

Gina K.

Erik W.

David R.

Lindsey S.

Karen M.

Award-winning artist Cody Wheelock is the owner and instructor of Fount Atelier of Fine Art. Specializing in portraiture and landscape painting, Cody's work emphasizes the tonal qualities of lIght and color in nature. In addition to selling his work to clients throughout the country Cody is a professionally trained educator, holding B.S. and M.A. degrees in art education and over 15 years of instructional experience as a high school educator, private instructor, and mentor. Cody and his family moved from Omaha, Neb. to the Lee's Summit area and opened Fount Atelier in fall of 2019.





Award-winning artist Cody Wheelock is the owner and instructor of Fount Atelier of Fine Art. Specializing in portraiture and landscape painting, Cody's work emphasizes the tonal qualities of lIght and color in nature. In addition to selling his work to clients throughout the country Cody is a professionally trained educator, holding B.S. and M.A. degrees in art education and over 15 years of instructional experience as a high school educator, private instructor, and mentor. Cody and his family moved from Omaha, Neb. to the Lee's Summit area and opened Fount Atelier in fall of 2019.





If you are ready to get amazing results fill out and submit the adjacent interest form and I'll connect with you shortly with more information!


If you are ready to get amazing results fill out and submit the interest form below and I'll connect with you shortly with more information!
Simply fill out and submit the interest form above and I will be in-touch shortly. We'll set-up a free studio visit to discuss your goals and I'll share how the program works in-detail. Then you can decide if it will be a good fit before committing to anything.
The Core Program is self-paced, so it depends on how quickly you work and how much you do at home between weekly sessions. Some students achieve their goal in a couple months, others have been with me for years.
Monthly tuition includes all weekly in-person class sessions, flexible monthly enrollment, small class size, 24/7 access to all online instructional content, personalized feedback from a professional instructor, and unlimited text/email Q&A, etc. for $249/month.
Students enroll on a month-to-month basis so you are only committed to one month at a time. This allows for maximum flexibility throughout the year.
Yes! You do not need any experience or "talent" to achieve amazing results. We start from the ground-up and establish the proper mindset, then get started with the materials you'll need and go from there.
I work with students from age 12-13 all the way up to retirees in their 80s. Whether preparing for post-secondary programs, enjoying it as a hobby, or developing a side-gig, art is fantastic for all seasons of life.
There are up to eight students per session. I keep the numbers small so that I can provide plenty of feedback for each student.
No, due to schedule constraints I do not offer one-on-one, in-person lessons. However I do offer an online version of the program in which we do a 1-on-1 virtual call each month along with personalized feedback videos of your work. Click here if you are interested in learning more.

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