Important information about CDC safety registrations, cancellations, missed classes, weather & other general FAQs
CDC & Studio Safety Guidelines that keep us all safe!
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All artists are pre-registered for class, private lessons or workshops, no walk-ins
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Everyone will have their temperature checked
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Everyone will wash their hands upon entering the art studio
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Everyone will wear their masks at all times
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Artists are asked to remain in their seats, all materials will be brought to them
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Artists will have the same seat every class
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To reduce shared materials, artists are given a supply list of items to bring
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Artist's seats are measured to be 6 feet apart, please do not rearrange furniture
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Class size is capped at 8-10 artists to ensure social distancing
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No food or drinks permitted at this time
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Tables, chairs & materials are wiped down between classes and at end of the day
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Class times are staggered to free-up people traffic in the hallway
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Please do not drop off artists early. I will be cleaning between classes and cannot let them in until it is safe
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Please use the restroom at home, restrooms in building are shared with several business' and cleanliness can not be guaranteed
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Of course if you or your young artist are feeling ill, please call or email that you will be staying home
If we are required to close due to Covid-19, we will switch to online classes and provide you with all of the materials and access to instructional videos for your children to enjoy creating at home.
Weather:
Class cancellations due to inclement weather or unexpected circumstances will be notified via email/text and posted on social media. These classes will be made up when possible or credit issued.
FAQs
What are your credentials?
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K12 Art Education certification valid in 48 states
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BFA in Illustration with triple minor in Drawing, Photography and Art History
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Over a decade of experience teaching art in public school, pre-k through senior year
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3 years experience teaching art in private schools K-8th grade
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Wrote the art curriculum for Paramus middle schools, 5-8th grade
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Received a grant from the Dodge Foundation to create art & music lessons with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. This was then distributed state-wide
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My approach is DBAE (Discipline Based Art Education) infused with art history and job experience creating a well-rounded experience with a side of FUN!
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Create, sell, and exhibit artwork across the East Coast for more than 30 years
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As an active working artist and photographer I infuse my classes with job skill/career references further validating the importance of art education
Can I stay to watch the class?
For the comfort and safety of all my artists, classes and workshops are drop-off format.
Do you offer virtual classes?
Yes! There are virtual group classes, virtual private classes and virtual paint parties!
Do you offer in-person private classes?
Yes! Private one-on-one lessons are offered to school-aged students through adults, Monday and Thursdays. My schedule fills very quickly and often there is a waiting list. If interested in private lessons please send me an email to Hello@ArtClasswithMary.com. Then we can discuss availability and pricing. Prices vary based on age/length of class.
Semi-private is also an option, for up to 3 artists of similar age.
Do you offer birthday parties?
Yes! Though for Covid-19 safety measures I do not offer parties at our location, there are other options available! You can host an art party from the comfort of your own home/yard with my help! I create art kits (to any theme) for each party guest that includes everything they need. There are additional add-ons: choose from printed directions, a pre-recorded video of me walking your guests through your painting (You can pause & replay), or we can "meet" online and I'll teach your guests virtually! See more information with pricing on the birthday tab!
Do you close for holidays?
Yes as I am also a parent, Art Classes with Mary Shadbolt LLC is closed for major and national holidays, winter & spring break in order to spend time with my family. Class dates are always noted in the listings and confirmations.
POLICIES
Late to Class / Late for Pick up: Your child's safety is our #1 concern!
Late drop-off: We know, traffic happens! There is a 5 minute grace period for class.
Late pick up: I know you will make every effort to return on time but sometimes things are out of our control. There is a 5 min grace period for pick up where your artist will be waiting for you in the hallway and my studio door will be open so I can see them.
I will be sanitizing the studio between classes and prepping for my next round of artists. Once 5 minutes passes, my door will be shut and they will no longer be in my eyeline.
If this happens routinely, a fee of $1 per minute will be put into place.
Missed Classes & "No-Shows":
*If a student will miss their scheduled class due to illness/covid quarantine/ emergency, please notify Miss Mary ASAP. Materials may be picked up to work on projects at home.
*Missed classes due to vacations, play dates or other activities are not made up nor refunded/pro-rated.
*If the missed class is a "no-show", meaning did not show up in person or virtually to class, and didn't notify me prior, no make-up arrangements will be made.
*Currently no in-person make up classes are being held due to a tight schedule of fully booked classes. (I can only have 10 artists in the studio at a time).
Missed Workshops (one-time classes):
Workshops are a one-time class in the evening or weekend. Individuals who miss workshops do so at their own loss. Materials are purchased in advance based on number of registrants.
Cancellation/Withdrawl Policy:
Individuals who withdraw from their enrolled 6-week course 10 days prior to class beginning, may do so less 35% class fee.
An enrolled student withdrawing from a course after it begins will receive no refund, unless outstanding circumstances exist (e.g. medical condition, Covid-19 related, or family emergency). However credit can be extended to a class of equal value, minus any classes attended and less a 35% enrollment fee and material fee.