REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Is your child a middle schooler on Guam? Do they have a passion for art? Do they have the desire to explore their creativity further? Are they curious about the possibility of art as a career?

When: The 2025 Creative Canvas Camp runs from Sept-Dec, with approximately 8-12 weekly classes and a culminating exhibit.

Program Fee: $300 (total value $1200),

5 full-scholarship spots are available by application. Simply fill out the registration form below, and in addition, student must submit the following to creativecanvascamp@gmail.com

• An approx. 300 word essay or a 1-2 minute video (link or file is fine) pitching why they would love to participate in this program, and why they feel they need/deserve the scholarship.
• 1-3 artwork samples
• 1-3 reference letters from an adult (teacher, relative, etc.)

Location: Creative Indeed Art Studio at Acanta Mall, Tumon (Triangle building in the center)

About the program: Led by local Guam artist and entrepreneur Michelle Pier, this program is designed for students who are genuinely and independently interested in creating art. They will learn how to navigate the creative process while developing the foundations of art as a career. This is NOT your typical art camp. It is for those who would like to experience what it is like to be a professional artist. Focusing on acrylic painting and the creative process, this program will also demonstrate how to approach art as a viable business. It is never too early to learn not only how to pursue art as a passion, but also a career!

Students will learn about techniques, supplies, budget, portfolio creation, and marketing. They will have access to all painting supplies, as well as books and other creative resources. At the end of the program, there will be a collaborative exhibit that all students will have the opportunity (but are not required) to participate in. They will also be able to sell their completed artworks if desired.

All classes are optional, and are opportunities for the student to have access to the art supplies to create, as well as the guidance and facilitation by Michelle.

They may choose 1 of 4 available cohorts of weekly classes from 4:30-6:30pm. There are 10 spots available for each cohort:

Group 1 (Mondays)
Group 2 (Tuesdays)
Group 3 (Wednesdays)
Group 4 (Thursdays)

Having no more than 10 students per class ensures as much one-on-one instruction and attention to each student as possible. Students may arrive as early as 3:30pm and can use the extra time for doing homework, drawing, sketching, reading, or writing. While a water dispenser is available, no food is provided during these classes. While it is recommended that students eat before class, they may bring their own snacks/food if needed. They may leave early if needed, but must be picked up promptly by 6:30 unless arranged otherwise with the instructor.

While there are only 40 spots available for this program session, there will be an online program session available to 60 students from Jan-April 2026.

To enroll your child, please click the REGISTER NOW button below. Registration will be reviewed and confirmed by email with a link to make payment. For any inquiries about the program, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at creativecanvascamp@gmail.com. Thank you for your interest, and we can’t wait to embark on this journey of creative expression with your child!

TENTATIVE PROGRAM SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE):

About the Instructor

Michelle has created, exhibited, and sold hundreds of original paintings locally on Guam and shipped abroad, in addition to organizing community events, classes, and workshops on creativity, painting, and entrepreneurship for the past 15 years. Born and raised on Guam, a mother of two grown boys, and a creative businesswoman, she hopes to continue sharing her love for art, nature, and beauty with the world through her work.

She is encouraging more people, especially the youth, to consider art as a viable and lucrative career. Throughout this program, she will share some of the ins and outs of acrylic painting, supplies, budgeting, navigating the creative process, building a portfolio, exhibiting and marketing artworks.

“Most importantly, I just want to share my experiences with these young artists, and some of the things I wish someone would have taught me at that young age. I want to give them the basic knowledge and skills to create, share, and even sell their artwork, at any age! When I was in middle school, I remember selling some of my drawings at my mom’s health food store, but I wish someone would have shown me how to do it better. I didn’t think I could take it seriously at the time. If someone could have given me a little more direction and encouragement, I may have been able to get an early start on my portfolio and art career.” ~Michelle

One of Michelle’s main philosophies in art is that your style is unique and you can be creative about how you choose to share or sell your work based on your preferences. Well-versed in personal development, Michelle often helps others overcome limited thinking, build more confidence, expand horizons of possibilities, and develop strategies that work for the individual’s personality, lifestyle and goals.