About us
Hi, I’m Deanna, the Owner and Art Teacher here at Charleville Art Studio. I hold a Bachelor of Primary Education and a Diploma of Design Studies, and I’ve spent over a decade working in the creative industries as a graphic designer, photographer, and commissioned watercolour artist.
I started Charleville Art Studio with a simple belief — that creativity is something we live, not something we wait to be good at. This studio is my space to share that belief, helping people of all ages discover, feel, and express themselves through visual art, no matter where they’re starting from.
Every class here is guided by curiosity and exploration — not perfection. I love watching ideas take shape on the page, seeing students experiment, make mistakes, and find their own creative voice. The learning is driven by you, the students, because I believe art should be personal, meaningful, and fun.
What began as a small community space has grown into a studio that breathes with the energy of everyone who comes through the door. It’s a hub for connection, workshops, quiet moments of making, and even creative mail delivered across the country.
Where we’re heading? That story is still unfolding. My dream is to continue growing in ways that feel true — expanding opportunities for art to reach more people, while staying rooted in authenticity, community, and the joy of creating.
I’m so glad you’re here — and I can’t wait to see what you create.
Studio Purpose
Charleville Art Studio exists to nurture creativity as a lived, joyful practice within our community. We are not a product-focused studio — we value process, exploration, and personal expression above polished outcomes. Across all ages, we create space for curiosity, experimentation, and meaningful making, where individuals are encouraged to slow down, take creative risks, and reconnect with the joy of creating. Whether you are discovering materials for the first time or returning to art later in life, the studio offers a welcoming environment that supports confidence, connection, and creative growth as part of our shared cultural landscape.
Come and join us!
The studio officially opens on January 17th, 2026. We'll have an art exchange and the main teaching table will be lined with all kinds of supplies and mediums to create with. Have a go at our Warm-up heel or pull inspiration from the Gachapon Machines. You can sign up for our termly workshops, put your name down for a monthly workshop or book in for a summer session before term starts.
