The Art Nook

10/26/2025

With Gratitude, and With Hope 💛

Dear friends,

The Art Nook has been one of the greatest joys of my life. Watching children light up as they discovered new ways to create, seeing families gather around art, and building a community where imagination and heart thrived — it has been more than I ever dreamed. I am so grateful for the success we found together and for the love and support you poured into the studio.

This past year brought a heartbreaking shift for our family with the passing of my brother, Kyle. He was a giant presence in our life. He is the kind of brother, uncle, best friend who always shows up and always makes sure you know how much he loves you. We have a big missing piece of our family, and it’s been incredibly hard.

My husband is the godfather to Kyle’s children and we knew that we needed to show up for them. We traveled back up to Oregon a few times, and after many prayers and pieces falling into place, our family relocated back up here to the PNW. That’s what family does: no matter the cost, you suit up, you show up, and you keep your word.

Kyle was so proud of me for opening The Art Nook. He would ask all the time how things were going and celebrated every milestone with me. I know he is proud of the thriving space we built, and also proud that I had the strength to close it — not out of failure, but out of love and the promise I made to him.

So with both gratitude and sadness, I share that our doors in California are now officially closed. But this is not the end of The Art Nook. With hope and optimism, I look forward to re-opening here in Oregon and continuing to grow our mission through Happy H’arts, our outreach program bringing art to underserved communities and children in hospitals.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being part of The Art Nook’s story. I carry every moment of it with me into this next chapter.

In the next few weeks, I’ll be reaching out to refund gift card balances and credits for any missed classes.

With love and gratitude,
Megan Phillips

07/30/2025

Growing roots in our community 💖

Welcome to the Chamber The Art Nook!

🎨 At The Art Nook, every child’s creativity matters! Megan’s mission is to spark imagination and build confidence by providing a fun, supportive space where young artists can explore, learn, and grow.

Through the power of art, she’s inspiring the next generation—one brushstroke at a time. 💛 https://artnookstudio.com/

06/05/2025

Hello Art Nook Fam! Just wanted to make a quick post about my studio hours for the next few months.

I’m having major shoulder surgery today- and will be closed all of June. I’ll be holding my July camps, but no studio classes. I should be up and running a full schedule in August, with studio and homeschool classes. I’ll keep you all updated- but please be patient with me while my response times are slower.

05/03/2025

Alta Sierra Spring Market!! Come see me! Ireland is super excited to meet new kids to bring to “her” studio! I’ll be here until 3! Free coloring, $5 for a paint your own canvas with acrylic, and a special summer camp discount! Oh!! And 10% off a month of classes!

05/03/2025

Come see us tomorrow!! Free goodie bag for the kids, and a few art project options for purchase!

See you all there! As always- I’ll have a secret squirrel deal for my upcoming camps, as well as special Alta Sierra pricing for classes!

04/02/2025

Join us this Saturday, April 5th for an adopt a Squishmallow! We have a couple more spots left!!!

Squishmallow Adoption: A Hug-Worthy Art Day Camp, Age 6+, 12 PM - 4PM Attention Squishmallow lovers! In this adorable 1-day camp, every camper will receive their very own surprise small Squishmallow to adopt and take home! But the fun doesn’t stop there—students will create personalized accessor...

03/20/2025

https://artnookstudio.com/art-camps
🚨 Exciting Events & Summer Camps at The Art Nook! 🎨✨
We have an amazing lineup of day camps this spring! PLUS, our Summer Camps are packed with creativity, fun, and unforgettable experiences! 🌞🎭
Spots are LIMITED! Don’t miss out—register today at https://artnookstudio.com/art-camps 💕

Tag a friend who would LOVE these camps! 👇🏼🎨💡

03/06/2025

🎤✨ Are you ready for it?! ✨🎤
Join us for a one-day, pop-star-inspired art camp where creativity takes center stage! 🎨💖
🗓 March 22 | 10AM - 2PM
📍 The Art Nook Studio
💲 Only $60!

🔥 Limited spots—SIGN UP NOW!
👉https://artnookstudio.com/art-camps/ola/services/in-my-artist-era

03/04/2025

Successful 7th birthday party, in the books! This was my first time hosting one, and we were partaaay-ing so much, I forgot to take pictures of the backlight glow dance train.

Party kids painted a canvas, theme wood cutout, made bracelets, and mixed in all kinds of fun stuff in cloud dough for them to take home. We capped the afternoon with dancing and presents.

2 of the dads got into the art and crafting- painting and making bracelets! Parents are always welcome to join!

Happiest Birthday to Ireland!

01/27/2025

SOLD OUT!
💖 Glow Crazy This Valentine’s Day! ✨
Parents, enjoy a romantic evening while we host an unforgettable Glow-in-the-Dark Pajama Party for your kids (ages 6+)! 🎉

Here’s what your little ones will love:
🎨 Glow-in-the-dark art & games
🍴 Dinner, snacks, and dessert
🛌 Cozy PJ vibes for a smooth bedtime

📅 When: Friday, February 14th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Where: The Art Nook Studio
💸 Cost: $65 per child

⚡ Spots are LIMITED! Be sure to register early to secure your child’s spot. Link in Bio!!

Let your kiddos shine bright while you enjoy your night! 🌈💘

01/26/2025

💘✨ GLOW CRAZY THIS VALENTINE’S DAY! ✨💘
Parents, enjoy a romantic date night while we host an unforgettable glow-in-the-dark pajama party for your kiddos (ages 6+)! 🌟🛌

📅 Friday, February 14th
⏰ 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 The Art Nook Studio

🎨 What’s included?
🍴 Dinner, snacks, & dessert
🌈 Glow-in-the-dark Valentine’s art & games
💤 Cozy PJ fun for easy bedtime

💖 Only $65 per child! Spots are limited, so register now: https://artnookstudio.com/camps-%2F-events/ola/services/valentine-s-parents-night-out-dinner-provided

We can't wait to glow with you! 🥰✨

01/02/2025

Happy New Years to our Art Nook families and community supporters!

Wow! I can’t believe we are approaching my 1 year anniversary, and I’m looking forward to all that 2025 will bring to my small studio! I’m so grateful for the patience, understanding and compassion from my families as I navigated working full time, while also trying to run my studio while walking an uphill mountain with my daughter’s medical issues. It’s been a year of tears, failures, steep learning curves as well as camp sellouts and endless smiles and handmade cards from students.

I’m so grateful to still be here, albeit battered and worn down, with a new hope of growing and welcoming homeschool families into the little slice of heaven I’ve created.

Cheers!! Thanks for being here ❤️