Creative art classes for kids, teens & adults
Build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy the creative process in a warm, beginner-friendly studio led by artist Iwona Staszewski.
A calm, encouraging place to create.
At Art Adventure Studio, art is taught step by step in a way that feels encouraging, clear, and fun. Whether you're trying art for the first time, a teen developing your skills, or an adult looking for a relaxing creative outlet, you are welcome here.
Look what our students created.
Real paintings and drawings by kids, teens, and adults who started right where you are.
Art for every age.
From weekly classes to camps, parties, and private lessons — there's a creative seat for everyone.
Kids
Weekly drawing, watercolor, acrylic & mixed media.
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Teens
Serious skill-building across drawing, painting & mixed media.
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Adults
Relaxed oil, acrylic, watercolor & drawing.
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Mediums taught in the studio.
Iwona teaches with patience, warmth, and a lot of heart.
Iwona Staszewski is a Polish-born artist and teacher with 20+ years of experience in Europe and the USA. She holds a degree in child education and psychology, plus a graphic design degree, so lessons are structured, thoughtful, and encouraging.
Her own artwork has been featured on the covers of four books published by Ave Maria Press. In the studio, her focus is simple: help every student feel proud of what they create.
Her students have gone on to excel in their talents and earn awards at local and state levels, a reflection of the care and structure behind every lesson.
Additionally, her art sells online to clients all over the world. You can check out her Online Store.
Iwona was recently honored with a 2025 Quality Business Awards Winner badge, awarded to the top 1% of businesses in cities across multiple countries that achieve an overall quality score of 95% or higher based on customer reviews, track record, and business integrity.
A glimpse of her work.
Get in touch.
Have a question or ready to book? Iwona would love to hear from you.
Located on the 3rd floor of Katin Place, above El Mejor Restaurant, in historic downtown McKinney.
A studio that feels like home.
Beginner-friendly
No experience needed. Every skill level is welcome.
Step-by-step
Clear, patient instruction that builds real skills.
Small groups
Personal attention and a warm studio community.
20+ years teaching
Iwona brings decades of experience from Europe and the USA.
Kids, teens & adults
Ages 5 to 100. There's a seat at the table for you.
Downtown McKinney
A cozy, creative studio right in the heart of town.
Kind words from our families.
"My daughter improved so much, she placed top three in an ISD art contest!"
"Mrs. Iwona is a very talented artist that has a way to inspire and guide each child individually to spark their imagination and self confidence. Seeing their smiles and pride on their creativity after each class is priceless!!"
"Our daughter has been at. Mrs. Ivona's class for more than two years. She always looks forward to her class every time. It is not easy to find a good teacher. We are really lucky."
Downtown McKinney, serving North Texas.
Families visit us from McKinney, Allen, Frisco, Prosper, Celina, Melissa, Plano, Fairview, Lucas, Anna, Little Elm, North Dallas, and across North Texas and DFW.
Students from all around the DFW area.
Whether you're just around the corner or driving in from further out, we welcome artists of every age from these communities:
- McKinney
- Allen
- Frisco
- Prosper
- Celina
- Melissa
- Plano
- Fairview
- Lucas
- Anna
- Little Elm
- North Dallas
- + surrounding North Texas
Award-winning students. Our young artists have earned recognition at local and state-level art competitions across Texas.
Ready to start your art journey?
Reach out to book a class, ask a question, or plan a birthday party. We'd love to hear from you.