Our Philosophy
We believe that everyone should have a creative outlet. We consider ourselves a beginner’s studio and our purpose is to offer this opportunity in a welcoming environment that brings supportive people together.
All are welcome, regardless of experience, age, or art form. We are excited to offer the community and visitors the chance to try something new whether it is wheel throwing, hand-building, painting, wood burning, or simply sketching while enjoying a cup of tea or glass of wine. If you’d like to spend more time developing your skills you can sign up for a class to expand your techniques. We also showcase the local artisan community and celebrate their unique talents by offering some of their designs for sale as gifts and souvenirs.
In 2006, a New York City English teacher named Ms. Lockwood asked her students to write to their favorite author and persuade him or her to visit the school. Five of those pupils chose novelist Kurt Vonnegut. Though he never made the trip to Xavier High School, Vonnegut did respond to the students with the following letter. He was the only author to reply.
Founder’s Story
Melissa Noeth
Founder, Owner
Melissa began envisioning the concept of The Art House in the Summer of 2021 after working in healthcare for the last 11 years. She and her husband, Jon, have been St Augustine locals for 15 years and have been raising their three kids here, locally, over the past eight years. After the last few years she recognized that the community would benefit from more art centers in the area that were regularly offering classes and dedicated studio space to practice creative expression. Her goal was to create an open studio space that was accessible for people of all ages and experience levels to create and learn different art forms. St Augustine has so many amazing artists and teachers that are willing to share their expertise, and people looking for opportunities to participate in creative expression. She believes even people who do not consider themselves artistic would greatly benefit from a creative outlet. Her preferred art form is ceramics, particularly wheel throwing.
