Finding Community Through Creativity

Erik Carter
Jun 8
2 min read

If you've ever searched for art classes in Newburyport or wanted to explore your creative side in a warm, supportive environment, there's a place that might be exactly what you're looking for: The Artists Playground.

In a recent feature in the Spring 2025 PITA Newsletter, local artist Sandy Turner offered a heartfelt reflection on what this special art studio has meant to her and many others over the years.

A Welcoming Home

Located at The Tannery in Newburyport, The Artists Playground is not just an art studio—it’s a creative home base for adults looking to explore their artistic passions in a welcoming, growth-oriented space. Sandy explains in the article how this community of artists, many of whom have gathered for over fifteen years, offers more than just instruction. It offers a connection.

Weekly Classes that Spark Creative Growth

The adult art classes offered here are structured in small group sessions that encourage experimentation and exploration. Classes range across various media, allowing artists to try something new and see the world—and their own work—differently. This kind of creative cross-pollination helps members push beyond their comfort zones and develop their unique artistic voice.

More Than an Art Studio—A Lifelong Creative Community

What stands out in Sandy Turner’s article is the sense of belonging this studio provides. Over the years, members have shared life milestones together—marriages, losses, adventures, even births. This emotional support system is rare and treasured, making the studio a haven for both artistic and personal growth.

Be the Spark: Encouragement for New Artists

Sandy encourages readers who may feel creatively stuck—or simply alone—to take that first step. Don’t wait for an invitation. Join a class. Explore a new medium. Start building the kind of supportive connections that are at the heart of The Artists Playground. Her message: “Be the spark that brings light into your life and others.”

Stay Connected and Get Involved

Interested in learning more or joining a class? You can find the latest updates and class info by following The Artists Playground on Facebook at facebook.com/theartistsplaygroundschool.

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