Meet One of the Creative Minds Behind Joyful Art Center!


Meet the Artist Behind the Apron!

There's more to Joyful Art Center than paintbrushes, colorful projects, and creative classes—it's the people who bring it all to life! This week, we're taking you behind the scenes to introduce you to one of the talented teaching artists who makes Joyful such a special place to create, learn, and connect.

Meet Sheri Marcus

Meet Sheri, Joyful Art Center's Director of Education! A familiar face around the studio since 2022, Sheri brings creativity and enthusiasm to everything she does. From inspiring our youngest artists in Preschool Art Lab and Little Makers to leading the fun at special events, Sheri helps make Joyful a welcoming place to explore, learn, and create!

Creativity Q & A with Sheri

  • What's your favorite medium to work with? "Fiber arts is my favorite medium- I can take projects anywhere with not a ton of supplies or clean up"
  • What's one thing you wish everyone knew about making art? "Creating is much more fun when you focus on the enjoyment in the process, rather than the perfection of the project."
  • What's something creative you're working on right now? "Creating is much more fun when you focus on the enjoyment in the process, rather than the perfection of the project."

Featured Class • Sewing 101

Sew Much Fun Starts Here!

Oct 28 • Nov 30 • Dec 14 | 5:30-7:00pm | Kids Ages 8+

Ready to stitch up something new? Sewing 101 is the perfect place to start! This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the basics of sewing in a fun, hands-on environment. Plus, it's the prerequisite for our 4-week Sewing Series, making it the first step toward even more creative possibilities! We have three dates coming up to choose from!

Coming Up Soon

There’s always something fun around the corner at Joyful! Celebrate the season with festive projects, hands-on workshops, and creative experiences that bring a little extra magic to this time of year. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, connect with others, and make some colorful memories!

​Mosaic Magic • Holiday Edition | Nov 6 • 6-8pm • 13+

Get into the holiday spirit with a fun, hands-on mosaic workshop filled with festive creativity!

  • Create your own holiday-inspired mosaic piece using colorful tiles and patterns.
  • Explore your creativity and make a unique piece of art to take home and enjoy!

​Pizza & Paint Night | Nov 6 • 5:30-8pm • Ages 5+

Kids are invited to enjoy a fun-filled evening of pizza, painting, and hanging out with friends!

  • Get creative with a cozy, fall-inspired painting that's uniquely yours.
  • Enjoy pizza, make new friends, and have a blast in a fun, relaxed atmosphere!

Thank you for being part of our creative community. We look forward to making art, sharing ideas, and creating memories with you.

The Joyful Art Center Team

318 Main Street, Suite C. Vacaville. CA 95687
A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit | EIN #93-4168514

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