The Art Academy of St. Petersburg is part of the Art Academy Studios network, which operates internationally and is founded on the belief that artistic proficiency is developed through quality education and practice. 

To celebrate the grand opening, the academy invites the community to an open house event on Saturday, April 19th, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, where attendees can tour the studio, meet the instructor, and schedule a complimentary introductory workshop. Light refreshments will be provided. 

For more information about classes or to schedule a free trial class, please contact Melissa Gottschalk at melissa@artacademyofstpetersburg.com or text (814) 891-7403. Additional details are available on the academy’s website: https://artacademystudios.com/location/st-petersburg/.

Located at 144 Church Street, Suite 102, St. Petersburg, PA 16054, the Art Academy of St. Petersburg operates under the philosophy that great artists are trained, not born. The academy offers a structured curriculum designed to make extraordinary artistic results attainable for any student through a simple, concise, and thoughtful approach to training. (artacademystudios.com) 

“Our mission is to demystify the creative process and make high-quality art education accessible to everyone, regardless of their prior experience,” said Melissa Gottschalk, owner of the Art Academy of St. Petersburg. “We believe that with the right guidance and commitment, anyone can develop the skills to create beautiful art.” 

The academy offers a variety of classes tailored to different age groups and skill levels, including: 

• Youth Drawing: Designed for young artists age 7-13, this class focuses on foundational drawing skills and progresses into painting skills. 

• Schedule: Sundays from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm 

• Tuition: $100 per month 

• Youth Painting: Aimed at nurturing creativity in youth, this class covers essential painting techniques. 

• Schedule: Sundays from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm 

• Tuition: $180 per month 

• Teen & Adult Painting: Suitable for both teens and adults, this class offers comprehensive instruction in painting. 

• Schedule: Choose one class a Month at either time listed below  

   Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm                                       

   Sundays from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm 

• Tuition: $180 per month