Unlock Your Creative Potential:
Personalized Private Art Lessons
Are you looking to sharpen your technical skills, or are you trying to silence the "inner critic" that keeps you from starting? Whether you are a beginner picking up a brush for the first time, a student preparing for a career in the arts or an adult diving back into a forgotten passion, Lee G. offers a unique, process-based approach to fine art.
This isn't your typical rigid art class. This is fine art with a twist: a journey focused on freeing your creative flow, discovering your unique style, and building a foundation of confidence that transcends the canvas.
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I believe art should be accessible and comfortable. Choose the setting that best fits your needs:
At My Private Home Studio: Dive into a dedicated creative space fully equipped with professional tools.
At Your Home: Enjoy the convenience and comfort of learning in your own environment.
Online via Video Chat: Connect from anywhere with real-time, face-to-face digital sessions tailored to your pace.
Small Groups: Gather a few friends, neighbors, or siblings for an affordable, social way to learn together.
Community Venues: I partner with local businesses to bring art to the community. Check my Events Page for upcoming public workshops! Reach out if your venue wants to add art to its programming!
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Kids (Elementary)
Foundational Fun: Introducing core concepts like color theory and shape through playful, process-based exploration.
Teens (Middle/High)
Confidence & Portfolios: Advanced technique building, finding a personal "voice," and professional portfolio preparation for college.
Adults
Flow & Exploration: Moving past perfectionism to explore new mediums, refine your style, and use art as a restorative practice.
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The goal isn't just to make beautiful art; it's to develop the eyes to see the world differently and the courage to express it.
Process-Based Learning: Empower Arts focuses on the how and the why, ensuring you learn the mechanics of art while freely enjoying the act of creation.
Recover from the Inner Critic: I specialize in helping students move past the "fear of the blank page" and the pressure to be perfect.
Flexible Mediums: From sketching and charcoal to acrylics, watercolors, or mixed media - I follow your interests.
Pricing
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One-on-one personalized instruction:
1 Hour $35
1.5 Hours $45
2 Hours $60
*Book 4 classes*
1 Hour $120
1.5 Hours $140
2 Hours $200
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Private Small Group Personalized Lessons: Per Person, 2-6 People
1 Hour $25
1.5 Hours $30
2 Hours $35
Book 4 classes
1 Hour $80
1.5 Hours $100
2 Hours $120
*After the first artist, artists from the same household receive a discounted rate of 10% off. Sibling/Roommate/Partner Discount 10% off.*
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Sibling/Roommate/Partner Discount 10% off.
After the first artist, artists from the same household receive a discounted rate of 10% off. This applies to siblings, roommates and partners.
Let’s Start Creating
Ready to grow your skills and find your flow? Are you interested in mastering a specific medium, like oils or watercolor, or just relaxing during the long work week? Whether you're looking for a one-on-one deep dive or a fun neighborhood group activity, I am excited to help you reach your goals.
Contact Lee G. today to discuss your interests and schedule!
Celebrate Your Story:
Personalized Family Art Nights
Life moves fast, and "quality time" can often get lost in the shuffle of schedules and screens. Personalized Family Art Nights are designed to hit the pause button. Join Lee G. for a playful, hands-on evening where your family stops being "busy" and starts being creative together.
Whether your family is a duo, a trio, or a sprawling multi-generational crew, Empower Arts designs projects that celebrate the quirks, the bonds, and the beautiful differences that make your family whole.
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Empower Arts doesn’t do "perfect" art - we do authentic art. Choose a theme that fits your family’s personality:
The Family Gallery: Whimsical, guided portraits of one another (including pets!) that capture your spirits rather than just your likenesses.
Modern Family Crests: Use symbols, favorite colors, and shared jokes to construct a "shield" or collage that represents what your family stands for.
The "Whole Picture" Mural: A collaborative painting where every family member works on a section that seamlessly connects to the next, symbolizing how you fit together.
Family Vision Boards: A meditative session to dream together, setting intentions for your future travels, goals, and shared joys.
Have your own idea? I’d love to hear it!
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The art might be finished in an evening, but the memories of making it - and the pride of seeing it on your wall - last a lifetime.
No Skills Required
Lee G. provides the techniques and encouragement so even the most "un-creative" relative has a blast.
Tailored to You
We work with your specific interests, family size, and budget to ensure the night is stress-free.
Unique Souvenirs
You’ll walk away with one-of-a-kind decor that actually means something to your household.
The "Connection" Factor
It’s a chance to see your kids, parents, or partners in a new, creative light.
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The Chat: We’ll talk about your family’s vibe and what kind of project sounds most fun to you.
The Kit: I’ll handle all the supplies and prep - you just provide the kitchen table (or backyard!).
The Night: A 1.5 to 2-hour session of guided play, laughter, and making.
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Family Art Nights
1-1.5 Hours, 2-4 people, $75
1.5-2 Hours, 2-6 people, $100
*Your location and idea. My planning, materials & supplies and set-up/clean-up.
*Price can vary with added people and the cost of specific/requested desired supplies. If the location is outside of the Pioneer Valley there will be travel costs.
Date Night & a Family Crest
Let’s Make Something Beautiful Together
Ready to turn an ordinary Tuesday or a special Saturday into a milestone memory? Do you have a specific family milestone coming up, or are you looking for a fun way to spend a rainy afternoon together? Let’s create a "masterpiece of us."
Contact Lee G. today to schedule your custom Family Art Night!
The Power of Parallel Play:
Together, Individually
In our fast-paced, always-on world, we often feel the pressure to either be "productive" alone or "perform" socially. But there is a third way - a restorative middle ground known as Parallel Play.
Inspired by the philosophy that adults need the same low-pressure creative connection as children, Lee G. offers Parallel Art Sessions. This isn't a traditional class with a guided lesson; it's a shared sacred space where we work on our own projects side-by-side. As noted by experts in the field, parallel play reduces social anxiety, fosters a deep sense of belonging, and helps you enter a "flow state" more easily because of the collective creative energy in the room.
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A Commitment to Your Inspired Life
Carving out just one hour of creative time per week isn't a luxury - it's a vital practice for living a positive, inspired life. These sessions are designed to help you:
Quiet the Inner Critic: By focusing on your own process without the pressure of "getting it right" for an instructor.
Build Low-Stakes Connection: Enjoy the presence and inspiration of others without the demand for constant conversation.
Protect Your Creative Time: A scheduled hour ensures your art doesn't get pushed to the bottom of the to-do list.
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Whether you want a private sanctuary or the buzz of a small group, there is a space for you:
1. Private Parallel Sessions (1-on-1)
Perfect for those who want dedicated companionship and a light "nudge" to stay focused on their personal project.
At Your Home: I bring the creative energy to your space.
In My Studio: Join me in a cozy, art-filled environment.
Via Video Chat: Connect digitally for a focused hour of "working together, apart."
2. Small Group Sessions
Join a community of like-minded creators. No art experience is required - just bring whatever you're working on (or ask me for a prompt!). Soon I will be offering:
The Morning Reset
The Evening Unwind
Creative Coping Circle
Join my email list to stay tuned!
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Parallel play provides a comforting middle ground where participants can enjoy the presence of others without the demands of conversation, leading to reduced stress and increased discovery.
Duration: 1 Hour
Requirement: Bring your own project (knitting, sketching, painting, collage, etc.) you are already working on or have been meaning to start, a sketchbook or journal, your chosen art utensils of the day and also be inspired by supplies and materials I surprise you with each session!
Goal: Consistency, connection, and creative rejuvenation.
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Private one-on-one Parallel Play
1.5 Hours $25 in-person, $20 virtual
Book 4 $80 in-person, $60 virtual
Small Group Parallel Play
Small Group 1.5 Hours $10
Monthly Pass (4-5 sessions) $35 in-person, $25 virtual
Virtual or In-person.
BYO project and supplies and surprise supplies/inspiration offered every week.
Ready to Prioritize Your Creativity?
Don't wait for "someday" to start making art. Work with myself or a group for an hour of focused, peaceful creation and see how much lighter your week feels.
Contact Lee G. today to book a private session or reserve your spot in our next small group session (limited space).
Small Group Sessions coming Summer 2026! Join my email list to stay tuned!