Artists collaborating in a bright studio

About Aurora Art Studio

We’re a community-driven studio shaping creative confidence for all ages and skill levels.

Our Story

Aurora Art Studio began with a simple belief: art transforms lives. Founded by exhibiting painters and educators, we built a space where curiosity meets craft. From weekend beginners to professional artists, our programs adapt to your goals, pace, and preferred mediums.

Today, our studio hosts weekly classes, seasonal intensives, and collaborative exhibitions. We pair technique with play—because innovation thrives when artists feel safe to experiment.

Mission

To make fine art education welcoming, practical, and inspiring—no gatekeeping, just growth.

Values

Accessibility, craftsmanship, kindness, and sustainable creative practice.

Impact

5000+ students taught, 120+ commissioned works delivered, and countless moments of “I can do this.”

Students painting at easels

Meet the Team

Our educators are practicing artists with gallery representation and university teaching experience. You’ll learn insider techniques, studio workflows, archival practices, and the soft skills that support a sustainable art life.

  • • Maya Chen — Abstract painter, color theory specialist
  • • Luis Ortega — Figurative artist, charcoal and oils
  • • Noor Patel — Mixed-media and installation
  • • Guest faculty — Rotating lineup of visiting artists