Can you 'teach' visual art?

answers1: I believe it is possible to teach humans to develop an eye
for correct principles of design and composition, as well as the
technical aspects you mentioned such as color blending and use of
tools. And most art teachers (good ones, anyway) teaching drawing will
train students to draw what they see and maximize their facility
within the limits of the students' unique physical constraints. So to
put it another way, no I do not believe teachers really can teach
others to "draw in the teacher's style" unless the students are so
empty that all they can do is mimic anyway. Which means they're not
meant to be artists anyway.
answers2: As an art instructor for almost 30 yrs., I have to say YES,
a "good" instructor can teach Visual Art...but not to teach in their
personal style. From past history, the Masters did teach art by
having their students "copy" their art, only to show them how to do
techniques. It is so important to look at Art History to see from
where we've come from ages ago & learn about so many techniques of the
past Masters. You then have a better understanding of the "how to" do
the physical aspects of art. Students should have some talent to begin
their training. One can take the negative, like bad teachers, media
you don't like, techniques that don't help you grow as an artist and
call those things a "learning experience" and keep seeking the
positive for yourself & your art. Instruction in art is good, keep on
with practicing...that is key & your love of art & improvement. I
learned so much from all my former art school professors, even the not
so good ones. 'Hope that gives you some positive input.