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Hi! I’m Lee G.

Intuitive Artist &

Expressive Arts

  Facilitator  

in Amherst, Massachusetts.

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Lee G. is a contemporary mixed medium artist, art educator and Certified Therapeutic Art Coach who views creativity as a vital lifeline.

Along with a B.A. in Art Education, Lee has over a decade of experience as a professional artist.

With a history that spans from traveling the country in a van to working on a dairy farm, Lee’s practice is rooted in the belief that art is a tool for navigating life’s major transitions.

Whether through personalized private lessons or mindful group workshops, she helps others move past "perfection" to find healing, grounding, and their own unique visual voice.

  • I believe that art is more than just putting pigment on a surface; it is a vital tool for mindfulness, emotional processing, and spiritual connection. My practice sits at the intersection of technical mastery and soulful exploration. I empower my students to find their voice - and their peace - through the creative process.

    I believe that everyone is an artist; some just haven't found their favorite medium yet. My teaching philosophy centers on 'process over product,' encouraging students to take risks, embrace 'happy accidents,' and find their unique visual voice. My goal is to foster the confidence to create without fear. I don't want to just teach people how to draw; I want to teach them how to heal and connect through visual expression.

  • My mission is to celebrate the unique artist in everyone by providing inclusive, adaptable art experiences that bridge the gap between our inner vision and the creation in front of us. I teach mindful, therapeutic creation practices that emphasize process over perfection.

    Committed to the health of our planet and the strength of our community, I create with a light footprint and a loud voice for equality, ensuring that Art remains a sustainable path toward freedom of expression and as a tool for community advocacy.

    I encourage and welcome all ages, all genders and all abilities to connect and create with me.

    • Humanity- Honoring the unique, individual humanity in every person, everywhere.

    • Inspiration-Drawing vision from the emotions within us and the world we are a part of and nature outside us.

    • Inclusion- Cultivating adaptable methods that welcome every body, age, and skill level.

    • Curiosity- Prioritizing the joy of the process and exploration over perfection.

    • Practicing mindful creativity by honoring the origins of our inspiration and respecting cultural heritage.

    • Sustainability- Leaving a light footprint through eco-conscious and ethical business and creative choices.

    • Advocacy- Investing time and resources into local organizations that champion art, education, freedom of expression and equality.

    • Equity- Striving for equity by making art experiences accessible through varied pricing, digital outreach, and inclusive language.

    • Integrity- Practicing honesty and transparency in every brushstroke and business deal.

  • Who are your classes, events and services best for?

    • Everyone! I welcome all ages and all abilities to create with me. Creating a safe and inclusive community within the artistic process is something I value deeply. I strive to create a space that fosters and encourages collaboration, exploration and an openness to unique perspectives and diverse lived experiences.

    Do you offer financial aid?

    • Yes! In the spirit of the Massachusetts Card-to-Culture Program, Empower Arts offers a 40% off discount on public group workshops to all DTA Cardholders and their families. This discount extends to non-profits that hire Empower Arts for team workshops. Someday I hope to be a recipient of a Mass Cultural Council grant, but this aid is currently sponsored by my belief that arts should be accessible to all.

    Are you insured?

    • Yes, Empower Arts is an insured business with general and professional liability insurance.

    What are your qualifications?

    • B.A. in Fine Art and Art Education. Westfield State University. 2014.

    • Certified Therapeutic Art Coach. Udemy Academy. 2020.

    • 10+ years professional, working artist experience including a solo gallery show, fair vending, custom commission work and living event painting.

    • 10+ years working with children of all ages including children’s museum explorer, full-time nannying, babysitting, tutoring, camp counselor jobs and rec. sport coaching.

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“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did,
but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
— Maya Angelou