My Story

I’m Wendy Sommers, Founder and Instructor at Artytime, where I get to make fine art fun every day!

I was born an artist. Aren’t we all? Some of us stop calling ourselves artists as we “grow up” but I never did. My childhood was spent at the base of a beautiful mountain in New Hampshire, I had lots of time for daydreaming, drawing in my journal, making art and exploring. From a very early age, I was encouraged to find ways to be creative through photography, painting, musical instruments, crafting and spending as much time in nature as possible.

I continued drawing, painting, taking pictures and making endless creations while earning my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Maine College of Art. Long before founding Artytime, I was a Graphic Design Director in New York City where I got to create some very important “works of art” for fortune 500 companies.

While raising my children, I spent much of my time in their classrooms sharing my creative ideas, serving as PTA Cultural Arts Program Director and PTA Reflections (arts education) Chairperson.

We found our 270 year old homestead at the base of beautiful Harriman State Park. Gathering inspiration by way of taking in as much live music as possible, hiking, biking, kayaking, yoga and filling my heart with friends and family whenever possible.

Today I am living my dream as a full-time Art Instructor and loving every moment! The true definition of "love what you do and do what you love".

My Philosophy on Teaching Art: Everyone, and I mean everyone...has creativity within them. It is my mission to help you bring it to life. When given the opportunity, basic supplies and encouragement, you will discover that being creative brings about happiness!

Things That Fill My Soul and Inspire Me