Spotlight on Long Island: Art Classes
“Paint, Create, and Elevate: How Art Classes Inspire Growth”
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens in an art class- a quiet transformation that extends far beyond the canvas. Whether you are a seasoned painter or someone who hasn’t held a paintbrush since childhood, stepping into an art class is like stepping into a world of possibility. It’s not just about creating something beautiful; it’s about discovering new ways to express yourself, pushing past limitations, and finding joy in the process. Art classes are a safe space to explore your creativity, connect with others, and build confidence as you learn new skills. With every color mixed and every line drawn, you’ll find yourself not only creating art but also elevating your perspective, your mindset, and your awareness. Embrace the opportunity to paint, create, and elevate your growth by joining an art class.
The Village Artist, Huntington Village
Inspiring artists since 1995, The Village Artist, located in Huntington Village, has one main focus; to create an artistic, inspiring atmosphere, friendly to all ages. They offer year-round classes/workshops in drawing, painting (watercolor, acrylic, oils, pastel) sculpture, cartooning, fashion design, life drawing, and portfolio preparation. The ever-popular paint-n-sip events are offered here as well. A full list of classes is available online. Online registration is also available. www.thevillageartist.com
Studio e Art and Clay Classes, Rocky Point
Studio e Art and Clay Classes has had a home on Long Island since 1991. It is an all-ages art school located in Rocky Point, NY. Studio E has a dedicated team of teachers and visiting artists who teach their weekly programs. They are accomplished practicing artists with competency in their fields. They hold degrees in Art Education. Check out their course offerings and register for classes online. www.studioeartclass.com
Art League of Long Island, Dix Hills
The Art League of Long Island, located in Dix Hills, is a not-for-profit visual arts education center dedicated to broad-based visual arts education, providing a forum and showcase for artists of all ages and ability levels. Since its inception in 1955, the mission has focused on enhancing Long Island’s cultural life by promoting the appreciation, practice, and enjoyment of the visual arts. The Art League of Long Island is the oldest and largest nonprofit visual arts organization on Long Island. From classes, exhibitions, and special events, the Art League presents a full calendar of courses, programs, and activities for artists of all ages and abilities. For all information, visit their website. www.artleaugueli.org
The Atelier at Flowerfield, Saint James
The mission of The Atelier at Flowerfield in Saint James is to stimulate and enhance appreciation of the arts on Long Island. In today’s increasingly technological society, they strive to preserve beauty through learning, understanding, creation, and enjoyment of art in all forms. Their classes are taught by talented and inspiring instructors dedicated to teaching their craft and sharing their passion for art. They teach art to students of all ages, abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds in a unique, nurturing learning environment. To enroll in an art class, please visit the website. www.theatelieratflowerfield.org
The tomato behind The Three Tomatoes.
Cheryl Benton, aka the “head tomato” is founder and publisher of The Three Tomatoes, a digital lifestyle magazine for “women who aren’t kids”. Having lived and worked for many years in New York City, the land of size zero twenty-somethings, she was truly starting to feel like an invisible woman. She created The Three Tomatoes just for the fun of it as the antidote for invisibility and sent it to 60 friends. Today she has thousands of friends and is chief cheerleader for smart, savvy women who want to live their lives fully at every age and every stage. She is the author of the novel, "Can You See Us Now?" and co-author of a humorous books of quips, "Martini Wisdom." Because she's lived a long time, her full bio won't fit here. If you want the "blah, blah, blah", read more. www.thethreetomatoes.com/about-the-head-tomato
