About Us

Located at 1210 J St. Modesto, cA

Welcome back to The Dragonfly Art for Life.  This is a working art studio for artists everywhere!  We have opened back up with a few adjustments in hours and a few new benefits to members.  We will continue to have open space for artists to come and create.  Member benefits include zoom classes, and now weekly workshops to try new skills together.  Classes include drawing, painting and more.  A new sewing studio has been added during the past year so lets work together! 

Take time out for to reconnect creatively.  Children's Working Studio is onsite and available to children ages 3 and up. 

Private parties, Birthday parties, and  Team builds and Wedding Venue availability is available upon request.

Barbara opened The Dragonfly Art For life  in November 2018, and has been  an advocate for art in the community for a number of years.  Providing an open-air concept, and welcoming artists with all levels of experience, Barbara has created an oasis that promotes self care, and healing through the creative process. 

With degrees in Art, Child Development and a Masters in Education, Barbara has been a long time advocate for Art in Education.  

Meet Patrick Barr, our teaching instructor and partner here at the studio.  Patrick comes to us with more than 20 years experience as a professional artist.  With a background that includes The Academy of Art College and Disney Animation Studios, Pat has experience not only as an animator and illustrator but as a teacher for many years here in the Central Valley.  Join Pat as he shares his passion for art with students on a daily basis.