children’s classes //
Summer
Schedule
Located inside SoMA | 500 Main Street Deep River
To register call 8603223986, email shellbeestudio@gmail.com or visit www.shellbeestudio.com
Open Studio
1:00-3:00pm | ages 4+ | $35.00
Mondays: 8/24
Tuesdays: 8/25
Wednesdays: 8/26
Fridays: 7/31
Artistic Babysitter
5:00-8:00 Fridays | Instructor Zoe | ages 3+ | $40.00 for 1 child or $70.00 for 2
3 hours of art which includes a PG movie & pizza. Instructors will be on hand to help your child work on a variety of mediums while everyone gets a night off or out! A great excuse to grab dinner with a special someone or finish up errands.
7/31, 8/14, 8/28
Workshops
Select Sundays | 10:00-12:00 | $35.00 per date or $128 for 4
8/2: collage
8/23: mixed media
Join Faith Sprigg this summer for an exciting series of two-hour workshops where teens will dive into the foundational skills needed to create vibrant and fun abstract art! Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned artist, these workshops are the perfect chance to unleash your creativity and let go of the pressure to be perfect. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to express yourself and explore the world of abstract art!
Embroidery & Fiber Arts
with instructor Chelbi | $35 for 1 or $180 for 6 | ages 8+
7/31 1:15-2:15, 8/21 10:00-11:00
Books, Brushes & Big Ideas
from $25.00
Instructor Katie | Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 | $25 for 1 or $175 for all 8
In this engaging class, children will begin each session by listening to a book. Inspired by the story, characters, themes, and illustrations, young artists will explore a variety of process-based art experiences that encourage creativity, experimentation, and self-expression.
Rather than focusing on a finished product, children will enjoy the journey of creating through painting, printing, collage, sculpture, sensory materials, and mixed-media exploration. Each project is designed to nurture imagination, build confidence, strengthen fine motor skills, and foster a love of both literacy and art.
Join us as we bring stories to life through hands-on artistic discovery, where every child’s unique ideas and creative process are celebrated.
8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26
Caregiver and Me Fairy Cookie Decorating
with Sweet Pea and Poppy Cookie Decorating | August 1st 10:00 | $55 (1 child/ 1 adult) $25 per additional child
Join us for a magical morning of creativity and sweet memories at Shell & Bee Studio in Deep River, CT!
This whimsical fairy-themed cookie decorating class is designed for caregivers and their favorite little ones to enjoy together. Each pair will receive three enchanting fairy-inspired cookies and colorful royal icing to decorate side-by-side. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination and get ready for some fairy-tale fun!
Perfect for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, or any special caregiver looking for a fun and creative experience with their little one. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
Class Highlights:
• 3 fairy-themed cookies to decorate together
• Royal icing and all decorating supplies
• Step-by-step instruction
• A special take-home gift bag
• Plenty of magical memories to make together
Clay Camp
with Sarah | ages 8+ | 9am-12pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: August 4,5,6 | $325 for 3 days
Come explore all the varieties of clay!
Students will be guided by the teacher regarding techniques and proposed projects, but will also have a chance to draft and explore their own ideas. We will incorporate mixed media into our various clay works, use paint, glazing, etching, stamping, and pressing techniques. We will also explore using clay armatures. If you love all things clay, this class is for you!
Fall 2026
To register email shellbeestudio@gmail.com, www.shellbeestudio.com, or call 8603223986
9/14-12/20 | Single class or 8-15 weeks | CLOSED 10/31, 1125-11/27, 12/24-12/27, 12/30-1/3
After School Art
3:00-5:30 Monday + Tuesdays | Zoe or Hailey | $35 for 1 or $150 for 5 dates
Families with children in grades K and up may enroll them in our After School Art Program on Mondays through Fridays. Children will unleash their creativity with various activities, and have use of our art supplies. Students can be dropped off or DRES students can take the bus to the studio directly from school.
Mondays 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14
Tuesdays 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15
Ages 5+
School’s Out Program
with Katie | $62.00 | 10/12 9:00-1:00
Region 4 is closed but we are open! Students age 5 & up are invited to join us for a day of creating. This program runs 9-1. We ask that parents pack a snack, water bottle, change of clothes, & lunch. We suggest clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Ages 4+
Video Making + Animation
5:30-6:30 Mondays | Zoe | $35 for 1 or $390 for 13 weeks
Students ages 6+ are invited to join the world of animations. Both stop motion + GIF animations will be explored in three app programs; imovie, procreate, + stop motion studio. Students are welcome to bring their own items from home or utilize our supply of plasticine clay, pearler beads, & legos to create stop motion films in the stop motion studio app. In procreate, students will learn how to digitally draw and create an animation bringing their drawings to life! Students are welcome to provide their own ipads and ipencils or utilize the studio ipads and pencils.
9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14
Ages 6+
Don’t Worry if It’s Pretty
6:00-7:00 Tuesdays | Hailey | $450 for 15 weeksA class focused on
Mixed Media, a visual art form that combines two or more different art materials or techniques, such as collages, paint, and found objects. Make a messy, mixed media piece without worrying if it looks good.
9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15
Ages 11+
All Things Pokemon
3:45-4:45 Wednesdays | Hailey | $420 for 14 weeks
Traditional pokemon are inspired by real animals, so let's follow suit and do a randomizer of an animal, with an element/type, and make a design for them!
9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Ages 6+
Embroidery + Fiber Arts
4:00-5:00 Wednesday | Chelbi | $210 for 7 weeks
Students will learn the art of embroidery + explore other various fiber arts; crochet, needle felting, & weaving. Chelbi will lead this course where students will leave with the skills they need to create their own embroidered clothing & wall hangings. Students will learn specific stitches & proper use of tools.
10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Ages 8+
Caregiver + Me
5:00-6:00 Wednesday | Chelbi | $265 for 7 weeks
Students and a caregiver of their choosing (whether it be a mom, dad, grandparent, aunt, etc) are invited to join us for a single class or once a week as we lead you both in an art project. This is a great opportunity to connect with the child in your life, all while unleashing your own creativity and allowing yourself some “play” time.
10/21: Book Bedazzling
10/28: Candle Making
11/4: Fall Acrylic Painting
11/18: Resin Jewelry
12/2: Paper Making
12/9: Ornaments
12/16: Snowglobes
Ages 5+
Doodleblobs & Creative Sketchbook Brainstorming
5:00-6:00 | Wednesday| Hailey | $420 for 14 weeks
using colored pencils, you draw a blob and the artist finds something inside of it! Whether it be a creature, a person, a scene or the universe itself!
Ages 6+
9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Half Day Program
1:00-3:30 Thurs + Fri | Chelbi | $37.00 (one date) | 10/22 + 10/23
Region 4 is closing early but we are open! Students age 5 & up are invited to join us for an afternoon of creating. This program runs 1-3:30. We ask that parents pack a snack, water bottle, and a change of clothes. We suggest clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Ages 5+