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Family
Janna and Zachary first met at Niraj Yoga in Portland, Maine during a workshop on Hindu Dieties. Wanting to live in a community of artists and farmers, they moved to Bowdoinham, Maine in 2020. They got married in their backyard in front of a dozen friends and family, and even more over Zoom. Their son, Oliver, was born in 2022.
Janna is an art teacher at Cape Elizabeth High School. She loves gardening, yoga, and sewing her own clothes.
Zachary was a high school art teacher for 20 years and happily left that career behind him to become a stay-at-home dad when childcare was scarce. A massage therapist of 25 years, he loves gardening, driving his tractor, and cooking the perfect summer meal.
Our
Mission
Turning Arts Studio's mission is to foster creativity, wellness, and community through hands-on artistic experiences and holistic healing practices. We offer pottery lessons and workshops, therapeutic massage, yoga classes, and a peaceful space for wellness gatherings. Our goal is to provide a supportive environment where individuals can explore their creative potential, nurture their well-being, and connect with others on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery.
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Name
Turning Arts Studio was named to reflect the dynamic and transformative nature of the creative and wellness practices we offer. "Turning" symbolizes the act of shaping and evolving, akin to the potter's wheel where raw clay is turned into beautiful pottery. It also represents the turning of one's focus inward during yoga and wellness practices, promoting personal growth and healing. Our studio is a space where art and wellness turn together, fostering creativity, relaxation, and community.