Teaching Art
As an artist, I believe in the transformative power of creativity to bring joy and community to those I create with. My work is not just a personal expression but an invitation for others to connect and inspire each other. Through collaborative projects and local classes, I strive to create spaces where people can come together, share their stories, and feel joy in the experience.
Art has the ability to transcend barriers and ignite conversations, and I’m passionate about using it to build bonds and inspire collective joy. By nurturing a sense of belonging and encouraging collaboration, I aim to contribute to a vibrant community where creativity flourishes and everyone feels valued. I've created with special needs students, elementary students, teenagers & adults. While running my own art business, I've worked as an art teacher at a charter Elementary School, an art teacher for the Enrich, Excel, Achieve Academy, and as a Growing Great Minds (G2M) Art Instructor.
I love to host art classes and private art parties in my local community of Wausau, Wisconsin.
Team Building - Private Painting Party
Got a group of 6 or more? Let's plan a private painting party just for you! Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and choose your own painting subject. Stephanie will guide you step-by-step in a fun, creative atmosphere. Whether it's a birthday, team-building event, or just a reason to get together, she'll bring the party to life. Contact Stephanie to book your private painting session today!"
G2M Paper Pieced Murals
These sessions go about 4-6 weeks and are 1.5 hours long. I include all the supplies. The murals are made with acrylic paint and are 4ftx4ft on panel boards. They are created by the students designing them during first class and then the rest of the classes are them painting. They paint on grayscale papers that are later sealed together. This is a quick/easy way to get a fun mural that's indoors only.
School Paper Pieced Murals
What is a Paper Pieced Mural?
A Paper Pieced Mural is a beautiful work of art that is created by many hands each painting their own square sheet much like a “paint by number.” The design is kept secret from the participants as they are each only focused on painting their one square. Once all the pieces are painted, it is assembled and then revealed. Both interior and exterior murals are on panel boards that can then be hung adhered to a wall and moved if needed.
How is it done?
A design is created and then made in to many square papers that are then painted according to their reference image. Each square takes about 30-45 minutes to paint on average. With enough participants, an entire mural can be painted in an hours time.
How long does it take?
A class can be facilitated in a one hour period or can be done by meeting multiple classes for up to two days time. Once all the sheets are painted, the mural is assembled within 2 weeks and then can be ready for a reveal.
Why Make these?
These murals are a way to connect the participants and show them that they can all be part of something beautiful. They do not need to know the end result as they are creating it. They learn to see color and a way of creating that is fun and beneficial as they learn to not criticize their work and trust the process. The reveal is the most exciting moment of the project as they get to see what they have created together and how beautiful it is. The mural is a permanent part of their space and gives them a sense of ownership.