Art Nest Mentors – Inspiring Creativity in Schools & Communities
At Art Nest Mentors, we offer a comprehensive and inclusive educational platform that fosters creativity, self-expression, and community engagement. Our programs are designed for after-school settings and community centers, ensuring that art education is accessible, engaging, and meaningful for participants of all ages and skill levels.
Why Choose Our Programs?
🎨 Expert-Led Instruction: Our team brings over 20 years of combined experience in visual arts and education. Classes are led by professional artists and certified educators who are passionate about nurturing creativity in learners of all ages.
📚 Educators with Early Childhood Expertise: Our instructors have extensive experience working with young learners, bringing a deep understanding of child development and creative engagement strategies to every session—ensuring classes are both nurturing and developmentally appropriate.
🖌️ Diverse & Evolving Curriculum: From traditional techniques to cutting-edge digital art, our programs span painting, sculpture, animation, and even augmented reality (AR) and interactive storytelling—offering something for every interest and skill level.
🤖 Creative Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: We demystify AI by teaching students how to use it creatively in their art, animations, and everyday projects. Our age-appropriate approach makes emerging tech engaging, inclusive, and empowering.
♻️ Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Art: ArtNest promotes conscious creativity through projects that use recycled and upcycled materials. We teach environmental responsibility alongside artistic expression, helping students create with purpose.
🤝 Community-Centered Learning: We partner with local community centers to deliver collaborative workshops that celebrate culture, diversity, and connection—strengthening both creative and social bonds.
🌈 Inclusive, Respectful, and Safe Spaces: Every participant is welcomed, respected, and valued. Our programs are designed to foster confidence, embrace diversity, and create spaces where everyone feels safe to explore and express.
🚀 Skills for the Future: By blending hands-on creativity with modern tools, we equip students with practical, transferable skills—preparing them not just for artistic growth, but for a world shaped by innovation.
Eduardo Zuninga
Community Centred College
for the Retired Director
"Tarcila is a highly professional artist and educator. Her communication is clear and engaging, and she consistently brings innovative ideas that inspire and empower our students to explore digital art with confidence"
Surinder Parmar
Surinder Parmar, Digital Art Student at Killarney Community Centre
"Tarcila teaches with love and care. She makes sure we understand everything clearly and patiently guides us through each step. Her classes are easy to follow, and I always feel supported."
From YouTube Students
“Your video helped me start digital painting—thank you!”
“I love your technique with brushes—super comfortable to use!”
“Your explanation was so clear. I’m just starting and this helped a lot!”
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