Are you ready to reconnect with yourself and create the next chapter of your life? I’m here to guide you through life’s twists and turns with colorful self-discovery. Using simple art practices, we’ll explore ways to move forward—whether you're navigating grief, facing big changes, seeking a supportive community, or simply ready for something new.

Everyone is creative. You don’t need to be an “artist” to tap into your inner wisdom and potential. Just come as you are - no experience needed. It all begins with play.

It’s ridiculously simple - painting just makes you feel better and in this crazy world, who doesn’t want to feel better?

Think of the power you hold in your hand. With a paintbrush, you can add color, make marks, and draw attention to any part of the canvas you choose. Now, consider what you want more of in your life. The canvas is a mirror - it reflects your choices, invites experimentation, and holds no judgment. You can try things out, make changes, paint over it, and begin again.

As you paint, your mind begins to relax. You have the freedom to choose what you want or need. As soon as you start making time for your creative process you’ll start noticing the changes in your life.

It’s all About the Process, not the Product

Looking for a new Ladies Night Out activity? Grab your friends and come try an intuitive painting class. It’s a direct form of self care, a meditative process that raises your mood (increases your creative frequency), and can vastly improve your life in a gentle non-judgmental way.

Please email: sharoncstudio@gmail.com or check back. We will be offering this as a self guided on-line workshop.

Friday, March 28, 2025
Click to register - limited to 8 painters

I’m Sharon Cavanaugh - Welcome to Canvas and Connection

Art is an important part of my life. It’s how I think, how I connect with people, and how I find myself. It’s gotten me through some really rough times and it’s my constant go to. It’s also been my career. After college I worked as Medical Illustrator, a designer in marketing department at a hospital, and a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. In 2003 I created Connecticut Art School, teaching art to thousands of children and teens. In August 2024 I had the privilege of selling the school to an amazing person and teacher. Magically, the school lives on under her guidance.

Canvas and Connection is designed:

We offer small intuitive painting workshops for women who want to explore creativity in a supportive, judgment-free space

It's about the process, not the product. Its joy filled and judgment free. It's letting go of "I'm not artistic" and embracing the simple pleasure of creating. No art experience needed – just curiosity and an open mind.

Creating a Life you Love

I’m in that exciting stage of new beginnings and I decided to let you in on the process. If these things interest you, add yourself to my email list and follow along, or send me an email with any questions: sharoncstudio@gmail.com

  • Painting as a tool to creative conversations and connections

  • Intuition, learning to trust yourself

  • Dealing with transitions in life (we all have them)

  • Living with grief (there are many kinds of grief)

  • Wanting to add more fun in your life

  • Being part of a creative, supportive community

  • Interested in energy, healing, vibration and spirituality

  • Honoring and celebrating our loved ones

  • A curious interest in planning for death (it’s not morbid, it’s a reality)

There will be regular updates on Facebook: Sharon Cavanaugh Studio - Canvas and Connection and on Instagram @canvasandconnection.