The mission at ArtStar is to provide a place for creativity without judgement. ArtStar strives to provide quality arts instruction that encourages self-discovery and empowerment through the creative process.
ArtStar provides art and craft enrichment programs for children, adults and families.
The theoretic flavor of all ArtStar programming is based on an eclectic mix of the leaders background and interests in wholesome, positive, and nurturing experiences in creativity. These approaches are taken from Waldorf philosophy, Art Therapy techniques and theories and the Reggio Emilia form of teaching.
We are located at 11 Williams Street (Rt.9) in down town Williamsburg(see Home Page for directions) .
We offer daytime workshops for Homeschoolers, after-school programs, evening and weekend workshops as well as birthday parties, customized programs and private instruction.
Marie Westburg, BFA, MA, ATR is an artist and Art Therapist who has worked with people of all ages and walks of life making art for the last 20 years. She teaches artists techniques as well as facilitates the use of art as a tool for self-empowerment, enriching cultural and community connections and social/emotional health. Marie opened ArtStar in 2007 in order to provide a place for people to discover, recharge and celebrate their creativity. She is a painter, singer, baker, and avid community builder.
Suna Turgay,BA (guest teacher), has 15 years teaching experience, as a classroom teacher in both private and public schools, as well as outside of the classroom running summer camps, after-school and environmental programs. She is a passionate gardener, musician, cook, artist, sewer, crafter, and blogger of monkeylobster.com.
Contact Info.
For more info. or to arrange a private workshop contact Marie at 413-896-3709 0r e-mail artstarmarie@verizon.net