Dragonfly Studios
Developing Creative Intelligence in Girls Ages 7-13
Through experiences rooted in creative inquiry, mixed media experimentation, self-reflection and social connection girls cultivate Creative Intelligence- learning to think flexibility, trust themselves, solve problems, and navigate life with confidence, resilience, and courage.
What is Creative Intelligence?
Creative Intelligence is a way of noticing, thinking, imagining and engaging with the world.
More Than an Art Class,
At Dragonfly Studios, we don’t focus on technique or perfection.
We guide girls through creative processes that build confidence, voice, innovation and leadership from the inside out.
Through inquiry, playful exploration, and hands-on art experiences, girls learn to:
Speak up and share their ideas
See new perspectives
Solve problems creatively
Trust their voice
Take initiative
Through art, girls learn to lead and trust themselves.
Current Offerings
Fall Creative Labs
Weekly creative experiences where girls develop creative intelligence through art, creative inquiry and meaningful making. Small groups, big ideas, and plenty of room to imagine, experiment, and grow.
Ages 7-13
Mother-Daughter Studio
A monthly creative experience designed to help mothers and daughters slow down, create together, and make meaningful memories. No artistic experience needed- just curiosity and willingness to play.
Monthly
MonthlyStudio Nights
A Friday night that is equal parts creativity, friendship and fun. Every Studio Night includes pizza, a creative experience and space to unwind, create and connect with other girls.
“I believe Creative Intelligence may be one of the most important capacities we can cultivate. In a world that is changing faster than ever, our children won’t simply need more knowledge- they’ll need curiosity, adaptability, imagination and the confidence to create what doesn’t yet exist.”
- Andrea Matteson
Is Dragonfly Studios a Good Fit?
Dragonfly Studios is designed for girls who:
are between 7 and 13 years old. Classes and camps are grouped by age for developmentally appropriate projects.
enjoy creating and exploring
are curious and open to try new things.
can participate in small groups with gentle support
are able to work independently for short periods of time
are kind and respectful towards others
Meet the Heart Behind Dragonfly Studios.
Welcome to Dragonfly Studios art camps and classes for girls! We’re delighted to introduce ourselves as the co-directors of this creative community. I’m Andrea Matteson, and alongside me is my wonderful mother, Lisa Wiebe. Together, we lead Dragonfly Studios with a shared vision: to create a space where girls grow not only as artists, but as confident, capable young leaders.
My background includes coaching executives and professional leaders, training in expressive and therapeutic arts, and — perhaps most importantly — raising two daughters of my own. Over the years, I’ve felt deeply called to integrate the psychology of the creative experience into the way we support girls’ development.
Through hands-on projects, collaboration, and joyful experimentation, girls strengthen resilience, problem-solving, and confidence. When paint drips, clay collapses, or ideas don’t go as planned (which happens all the time!), they learn flexibility, perseverance, and creative thinking in real time.
Dragonfly Studios is intentionally low-tech and screen-free — a sensory, embodied space where girls can slow down, engage their emotions, and discover more of who they are. We know that even at ages six, seven, and eight, many girls feel pressure, perfectionism, and anxiety. Here, they are invited to breathe, create, take risks, and simply be.
Drawing from our combined experiences, education, and passions, we’ve designed a program that is enriching, meaningful, and joy-filled. At Dragonfly Studio, creativity becomes a pathway to leadership, friendship, and self-trust — all wrapped in laughter, color, and community.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
See you at camp! xoxo
Andrea + Lisa
“ Art isn’t the destination. It’s the vehicle through which girls at Dragonfly Studios practice trusting themselves, thinking creatively and engaging in the world” — Andrea Matteson
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