Welcome to Steve Ko Art Studio

Where you can have your portrait done from "the commissioned portrait artist for the Royal family" and where you can learn art in the classical style of the old masters..

About Us

Steve Ko is an internationally known portrait artist and a teacher who is driven by an incredible passion for creating art works in old master's style such as John Singer Sargent.  His works are often noted for their unique style, elegance, and technique.

Steve has developed his artistic ability at Art Center College of Design in  California under the guidance of masters such as Burne Hogarth, Harry Carmean, Gary Meyer, and Steve Huston. 

His use of vibrant colors and unique brush strokes makes his work an excellent choice for a wide range of projects and purposes.

His use of vibrant colors and unique brush strokes makes his work an excellent choice for a wide range of projects and purposes.

Steve is accomplished in using traditional methods as well as modern technique.  His first picture book - "The Wherewolf?" - reveals his talents well.

With years of experience, Steve promises to make your portrait painting something to be treasured for generations to come.

Steve is a member of Portrait Society of America and lives in Dallas, Texas with his wife, Hanna, his beautiful two sons, and a little princess Ariel.

A man in black shirt smiling for the camera.

Texas Top Ten Portrait Artist by Portrait Society of America

Selected as an artist for 2017 Best of America Exhibition sponsored by NOAPS

Congratulations, Class of 2017. My 7 art students collected more than $2.1 million in scholarship

Portraits for your clients - great gift idea

Most Recently Commissioned Work

Some commissioned paintings will not be displayed for privacy

"Steve, I just can't thank you enough! You have exceeded all of my expectations for capturing a memory of my Grandfather through painting that will be around for generations. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart."

Tom D. from Southlake, TX

Steve can create the perfect piece for any purpose, including:

Personal portraits

Corporate portraits

Family portraits

Pet portraits

Portraits for your clients - great gift idea

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Children's picture books

Landscape paintings to decorate your home, office, or place of business

Learn how to draw and paint like old masters.  Steve will give you classical training that old masters went through.
Please feel free to browse through the website.  Enjoy!