Half Pans of watercolor paint next to a stack of watercolor paintings on a wooden table

Art with Heart

by Gina, LLC

Original designs created with intention and love

Gina Marie Vaccaro in a black CBGBs tshirt

Artist Gina Marie Vaccaro

Over a decade ago, Gina began watercolor painting, creating art, and capturing moments with her lens as a creative, fun way to help alleviate stress and anxiety.

She teaches art as a way to practice mindfulness and self care and is trained to work with children and adults of all ages and abilities.

It is Gina’s intention to bring more happiness into the world by sharing her creations. She hopes to inspire you to find your inner artist & inner peace along the way.

 

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UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS:

April/May: Watercolor Meditation - Verona Public Library
April: Create Your Own Journal - Florham Park Public Library
July/August: Solo Art Show - Waldwick Public Library
July: Berkeley Heights Public Library
October: Watercolor Painting - Florham Park Public Library

2025 Past classes:

Textured Art Class at Glen Ridge Public Library
Genuine Art at Madison Montessori School

 

  • 1 Hour
    Children, Teens, Adults

    A relaxing and creative experience designed to nurture your mind and spirit. This class combines guided meditation with expressive watercolor techniques, allowing you to release stress, embrace mindfulness, and unlock your artistic flow.

    All materials will be provided, no prior experience is necessary. Students keep their watercolor paint sets and their paintings.

  • 1 hour
    Children, Teens & Adults

    Gina will teach common watercolor painting techniques, then guide the class to use those techniques to create a beautiful work of art.  No prior experience is necessary.

    Includes set up and clean up, watercolor paper, watercolor paint and other materials necessary. Students will keep the watercolor paint sets and their paintings. 

  • 1 ½ Hours
    Adults, Teens, Upper Elementary

    Use bookbinding techniques to create your own journal! Choice of bullet journaling paper, lined paper or mixed media paper for an art journal.

    All supplies provided, no prior experience is necessary and students keep their creations.

  • 1 Hour
    Adults, Teens, Upper Elementary

    Learn all about bullet journaling, and how using one can help you stay organized, keep focused and even improve your mental health! Gina will teach you how to set up your BuJo in a customized way that works for you.

    All supplies provided, students keep their journals.

  • 1 hour

    Teens, Adults

    Create modern textured art using joint compound on canvas & various tools to create patterns.