Homeschool Art at The Orchard

Exploring the transformative process of creativity. Sharing art, poetry and artists voices to help us face fears, hold space for healing, and connect deeply.

Brush and Lens

Join us at Brush & Lens where nature’s beauty comes to life through photography and watercolor. Join us as we explore the landscapes and animals of Maine and beyond, transforming John’s stunning photographs into expressive watercolor paintings. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, our tutorials will inspire you to slow down, observe, and paint the natural world with confidence. Subscribe for step-by-step guides, creative tips, and a glimpse into the wild places that fuel our art.

~John and Charlene Lutz

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Hope you’ll join us to create solstice lanterns and luminaries at The Orchard on December 7th and 14th.
I’m so excited to make these with all of you! Here is a few that we will be making along with giant snowflakes🫶🏼☺️❄️

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New pieces both traded and bought🫶🏼🧡 @aimeejeanart @hingecollaborative

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Reflecting on light. Link in bio🫶🏼❄️🌅

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In preparation for the solstice

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#wintersolstice #returnofthelight #lanternsandluminaries

I was very happy to receive a package of old cookbooks in the mail yesterday from a friend. Collage and ink marks becoming thick book pages.

#bookmaking #artistbook #handboundbook #oldcookbook #creativeprocess #mixedmedia

So much Heart everywhere. Link in bio.
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Connect and create with us at The Library House in Presque Isle. Begins on January 5, 2025! Call or visit the library to register.🎨📖 Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library

* This is a FREE community offering. Kindly accepting donations to The Li

✨Coming soon✨On January 30th begins a seven week course at Brewer Community Center where we will journey together through watercolor, printmaking, batik and mixed media. Registration opens in early January. I hope you can join me🫶🏼✨

Everyday choices inspire love or hate. Where is your mind taking you? Or is your heart leading?❤️🤍🖤

#handboundbook #mixedmedia #livewithintention #artandwellbeing #liveyourtruth

Did you get your 2025 Artist Almanac?

It makes my heart happy to see how my moth was transformed🤍 @tammy_stayton_

This collage fodder calendar features 14 international artists!Use it everyday to inspire and sustain your art practice. Visit my w

Heart is floating gently on top of this book for now -In the Midst of Fire 🫀❤️🤍

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