Whether it's connecting with yourself, your Higher Power, or the people around you, art is one of the most uniquely human ways we communicate, heal, and share our stories.

At Shifra Studio, our mission is to bring more art and connection into people's lives. Whether through affordable art lessons, community art events, paint parties, or custom commissioned artwork, we believe that creativity has the power to enrich lives and create connection.

Art lessons for all ages, experience levels, and creative goals. Whether you're looking to build foundational skills, explore a new medium, or simply lose yourself in the creative process during an open studio session, Shifra Studio offers a welcoming space to learn, connect, and create.

Whether you're looking for a meaningful portrait, a one-of-a-kind gift, or a painting inspired by your own vision, custom artwork offers the opportunity to create something truly personal. While Shifra Studio specializes in portraiture, commissions are tailored to each client's unique ideas, stories, and inspiration.

Shifra Studio has extensive experience working with seniors and using art as a way to help them access memories, strengthen fine motor and cognitive skills, build confidence, and experience joy. It is an extremely beneficial and meaningful experience for participants.

Shifra Studio hosts community art events that give people in the Baltimore area a welcoming place to meet new people, connect, and create. Events are typically held twice a month and include gatherings for the broader community, women’s events, religious and holiday events, queer events, and more. With dozens of events hosted in 2026 alone, Shifra Studio is passionate about bringing people together through creativity in an inclusive and engaging setting.

Live wedding painting is a unique way to preserve one of the most meaningful moments of a wedding day. As the celebration unfolds, the artist paints on-site, allowing guests to watch the artwork come to life in real time. After the wedding, the painting is refined in the studio until complete, resulting in a timeless, heirloom-quality piece that captures the atmosphere and emotion of the day.